Chess champion Hans Niemann probably cheated in more than 100 chess games

A study of Hans Niemann's games revealed that the American grandmaster cheated significantly more frequently than previously stated.

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The 72-page report was conducted by Chess.com and initially reviewed by the Wall Street Journal.

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It found that Niemanni "likely received illegal assistance in more than 100 online games"

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As recently as 2020, including in events where prize money was at stake.

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I believe that Niemann has cheated more – and more recently – than he has publicly admitted.

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While we don't doubt that Hans is a talented player, we note that his results are statistically extraordinary.

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