World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen drops three-word bombshell on FIDE after Freestyle Chess open letter | Chess Information

NEW DELHI: World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen just lately expressed criticism in the direction of the Worldwide Chess Federation (FIDE) in response to an open letter from Jan Henric Beuttner, co-founder of Freestyle Chess, to FIDE CEO Emil Sutovsky.
Carlsen supported Beuttner’s stance with a short message encouraging greatness, immediately tagging FIDE on social media.
Writing on X (previously Twitter), Carlsen gave a three-word verdict, noting, “Try for greatness @FIDE_chess”

The dispute stems from the institution of the Freestyle Chess Gamers Membership (FCPC) by Carlsen and Beuttner in March 2024 and the following announcement of the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour set to start in February.
FIDE and Freestyle Chess have clashed over the designation of the time period “World Championship” for Freestyle Chess occasions.
FIDE has sought to limit using the time period by requesting gamers to agree to not take part in non-FIDE sanctioned World Championships.
Beuttner’s letter clarified that the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour doesn’t goal to exchange the normal World Championship however presents a novel format, culminating within the crowning of a Freestyle Chess World Champion primarily based on performances throughout 5 Grand Slam occasions worldwide.
Buettner additionally addressed the inconsistency in FIDE’s stance, citing participation in occasions just like the Bughouse World Championship by high gamers with out repercussions, suggesting monetary motives behind FIDE’s actions.
Sutovsky has acknowledged FIDE’s openness to collaboration with personal initiatives however warned of readiness for battle if crucial. “We’d like to work with any personal challenge – particularly with formidable ones. However if you would like a warfare – strive us,” Sutovsky just lately acknowledged.
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