American chess grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky, affectionately known as "Danya," passed away unexpectedly at the age of 29, his family announced through the Charlotte Chess Center. Renowned as one of the world’s top blitz players, Naroditsky was also a chess commentator, author, and educator who popularised the game through his engaging livestreams.

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While the exact cause of his death remains undisclosed, former World Chess Champion Vladimir Kramnik has raised troubling concerns, suggesting possible substance abuse and alleging that warning signs about Naroditsky’s well-being were overlooked by those close to him.

Kramnik shared a message from a viewer of Naroditsky’s final stream expressing

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