Cheating Controversy
D Gukesh downplays chess cheating controversy in Prague
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World chess champion D Gukesh has stated that issues of cheating in chess are exaggerated and not as widespread as portrayed. Speaking ahead of the Prague International Chess Festival, he distanced himself from former champion Vladimir Kramnik's unsubstantiated allegations while affirming his opposition to unethical play. Other prominent figures in the chess world have similarly criticized Kramnik amid an ongoing dispute with FIDE.
Canada's men's curling team, led by skip Brad Jacobs, defeated Great Britain 9-6 to win gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. The victory came amid controversy over double-touching accusations during an earlier match against Sweden. Jacobs addressed critics in a post-event media conference, emphasizing the team's integrity and motivation.
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Canada's men's curling team defeated Britain 9-6 to claim gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy, overcoming accusations of double-touching during the round-robin phase. The victory marks Canada's first men's curling gold since 2014. Skip Brad Jacobs hopes the podium celebration image lingers for those who labeled his team cheaters.