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Melvin Gascon

Daniel Naroditsky Death Mystery Deepens: Vladimir Kramnik Alleges Foul Play Involving Drugs

American chess grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky died suddenly at age 29. Former world champion Vladimir Kramnik has called for an investigation, alleging possible drug involvement. (Credit: YouTube)

The global chess community is mourning the sudden death of American grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky, whose passing away at the age of 29 has left fans and fellow players in shock.

According to the Associated Press, the Charlotte Chess Centre, where Naroditsky was a resident grandmaster, confirmed his death in a brief statement and requested privacy for his family.

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