Chess Influencer and Grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky Dies At 29 (chess.com)
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- News link: https://games.slashdot.org/story/25/10/20/2126230/chess-influencer-and-grandmaster-daniel-naroditsky-dies-at-29
- Source link: https://www.chess.com/news/view/grandmaster-daniel-naroditsky-dies-at-29
> The devastating news was first shared by Naroditsky's club, Charlotte Chess Center, on Monday, and confirmed by Chess.com with multiple sources: "It is with great sadness that we share the unexpected passing of Daniel Naroditsky. Daniel was a talented chess player, educator, and cherished member of the chess community. He was also a loving son, brother, and loyal friend. We ask for privacy for Daniel's family during this extremely difficult time. Let us honor Daniel by remembering his passion for chess and the inspiration he brought to us all."
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> Naroditsky, who was three weeks away from turning 30, has long been known as one of United States' most talented players. He achieved his grandmaster title at the age of 18 in 2013, and placed fifth among the highest-ranked juniors in 2015. His last FIDE-rating is 2619, which places him among the top 150 in the world, or the 17th highest-ranked in the United States. He has a peak rating of 2647 from 2017. He leaves a legacy that spans strong over-the-board competition and highly popular chess instruction and commentary on streaming platforms.
[1] https://www.chess.com/news/view/grandmaster-daniel-naroditsky-dies-at-29
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Entitled much? You'll find out how he died when the family wants you to.
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The results of the investigation into cause of death may be public record, but the is probably incomplete. They may not even have done the autopsy yet. So it is perfectly appropriate for the authorities not yet to be releasing much information.
Re: Must be an asshole. (Score:2)
Do you think suicide will just go away if you ban everyone who talks about it? Or do bans cause suicide? What if you aren't banned but see others banned unfairly and that arbitrariness makes everything hu-man seem like a silly charade not worth pursuing further?
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You don't know if this is a Sherlock Homes mystery. Signs of suicide obvious on the scene might be foul play. My news usually goes "Person X was found dead at home, was suffering from depression, investigation on-going", not calling it "suicide" until after investigation is complete. There was a recent case with a politician in my place. First day "found dead", second day "found hanged", days later "suicide" (as per Prosecutor's office conclusions).
Ugh.... (Score:1)
The two overwhelmingly likely causes of his death that are possible... neither make you feel good: suicide and drug overdose. Regardless, may his memory be a blessing. No one should die that young.
Another victim of the social media age (Score:2)
Of course you'll never draw a causal link between the online bullying he received from Kramnik and his sycophants, but it's impossible to deny it was related. Just go look at his podcast appearances a few weeks/months ago. He was spending a ton of effort just trying to clear his name from the Kramnik witch hunt, and he looked wrung out.
It's a real shame. Very young, very talented. A great influence in the chess world.
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Would you be able to post links to provide background info? Where would I be able to see that podcast episode you're referring to?
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[1]https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/who-... [ibtimes.co.uk]
[1] https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/who-vladimir-kramnik-why-he-being-linked-daniel-naroditskys-tragic-death-1749003
Re: Another victim of the social media age (Score:2)
I think the most objective overview of cheating allegations was on c squared podcast.
[1]https://www.youtube.com/watch?... [youtube.com]
Danya (as he was known online) just released a new youtube video a day ago with the title âoeyou thought I was goneâ
[1] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RGiDosCed48
Drugs? (Score:2)
[1]Drugs? [youtube.com]
[1] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=099iG5htkPs
Re:Drugs? (Score:4, Interesting)
No, the other reason the family doesn't want to talk about, but we really should.