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<p>Grandmaster Magnus Carlsen rubbished allegations of match-fixing after a backstage video from the World Blitz Championship 2024 final went viral, showing him and Ian Nepomniachtchi discussing the possibility of enforcing draws if their proposal to share the title was turned down. The clip went viral in no time and ignited a controversy, prompting Carlsen to clarify his comments.</p>
<h2><strong>'I&rsquo;m joking with Ian in a situation with lacking decisive tiebreak rules'</strong></h2>
<p>"I&rsquo;ve never prearranged a draw in my career,&rdquo; Carlsen said on Thursday (Jan 2). He further opined, "In the video, I&rsquo;m joking with Ian in a situation with lacking decisive tiebreak rules. This was obviously not an attempt to influence FIDE. It was said in the spirit that I thought FIDE would agree to our proposal. If anything, it was a bad joke given the gravity of the situation.&rdquo;</p>
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<p>The veteran further defended the quality of the match and added, "I think the match itself showed two players playing high-level chess, equally matched and both deserving of a win."</p>
<p>The controversy erupted on Tuesday (Dec 31, 2024) when Carlsen and Nepomniachtchi shared the World Blitz C'ship title after seven rounds of the final concluded in a tie. The unprecedented decision, approved by FIDE, became the first-ever instance of the title being jointly awarded.</p>
<p>There were several reactions after the tie. American Grandmaster Hans Niemann called for an investigation, while Indian Grandmaster Srinath Narayanan condemned the incident.</p>
<p>"This is cause for an investigation by the FIDE Ethics committee. I can&rsquo;t believe that 2 players who maliciously accused me and tried to ruin my career are openly breaking the rules. The irony simply can&rsquo;t get any worse," Niemann claimed on Wednesday (Jan 1).</p>

Chess, Sports | Magnus Carlsen rubbishes match-fixing allegations, reacts to backstage chat with Ian Nepomniachtchi during 2024 World Blitz Championship

Grandmaster Magnus Carlsen rubbished allegations of match-fixing after a backstage video from the World Blitz Championship 2024 final went viral, showing him and Ian Nepomniachtchi discussing the possibility of enforcing draws if their proposal to share the title was turned down. The clip went viral in no time and ignited a controversy, prompting Carlsen to clarify his comments. 'I’m joking with Ian in a situation with lacking decisive tiebreak rules' "I’ve never prearranged a draw in my career,” Carlsen said on Thursday (Jan 2). He further opined, "In the video, I’m joking with Ian in a situation with lacking decisive tiebreak rules. This was obviously not an attempt to influence FIDE. It was said in the spirit that I thought FIDE would agree to our proposal. If anything, it was a bad joke given the gravity of the situation.” Also read: Sugar Bowl postponed by a day over deadly truck-ramming New Orleans attack The veteran further defended the quality of the match and added, "I think the match itself showed two players playing high-level chess, equally matched and both deserving of a win." The controversy erupted on Tuesday (Dec 31, 2024) when Carlsen and Nepomniachtchi shared the World Blitz C'ship title after seven rounds of the final concluded in a tie. The unprecedented decision, approved by FIDE, became the first-ever instance of the title being jointly awarded. There were several reactions after the tie. American Grandmaster Hans Niemann called for an investigation, while Indian Grandmaster Srinath Narayanan condemned the incident. "This is cause for an investigation by the FIDE Ethics committee. I can’t believe that 2 players who maliciously accused me and tried to ruin my career are openly breaking the rules. The irony simply can’t get any worse," Niemann claimed on Wednesday (Jan 1).

Carlsen rubbishes match-fixing allegations, reacts to backstage chat with Nepomniachtchi

<p>A Ferrari California Roadster, an iconic symbol of luxury and speed, found itself in an unusual situation on Revdanda Beach in Raigad, Maharashtra. Known for its sleek design and power, the high-end car became an unlikely victim of the sand, getting stuck during a morning joyride by two tourists from Mumbai. However, in a surprising twist, it was rescued by a bullock cart, and the video has gone viral on social media.</p>
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<h2><strong>The Ferrari gets stuck</strong></h2>
<p>The incident unfolded when two tourists, eager to take their luxury vehicle for a scenic drive along the picturesque Revdanda Beach, ventured onto the sand. However, their excitement soon turned to frustration as the powerful Ferrari, unable to gain traction, became hopelessly stuck in the soft sand. Despite multiple attempts by the owners and bystanders to free the vehicle, including efforts to push it out, they couldn&rsquo;t free the Ferrari.&nbsp;</p>
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<h2><strong>Bullock Cart: An Unexpected Hero</strong></h2>
<p>Just as the situation seemed to reach a standstill, an unexpected hero appeared on the scene. A local bullock cart driver, passing by the beach on his daily route, noticed the luxury car stranded in the sand. Assessing the situation and being familiar with the beach&rsquo;s tricky terrain, the man on the&nbsp; offered his assistance.&nbsp;</p>
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<p><br>The bullock cart driver tied a rope between his cart and the Ferrari, the powerful animals effortlessly pulled the luxury car out of the sand.</p>
<p>A video of the bullock cart pulling the Ferrari out of the sand was posted online, and it rapidly went viral. Onlookers were astonished as a bullock cart efficiently rescued a Ferrari, showcasing the brilliance of simplicity.</p>
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India | The scenic beauty of Revdanda Beach was overshadowed by a mishap when a Ferrari, driven by tourists, became immobile due to the soft sand, causing unexpected frustration.

A Ferrari California Roadster, an iconic symbol of luxury and speed, found itself in an unusual situation on Revdanda Beach in Raigad, Maharashtra. Known for its sleek design and power, the high-end car became an unlikely victim of the sand, getting stuck during a morning joyride by two tourists from Mumbai. However, in a surprising twist, it was rescued by a bullock cart, and the video has gone viral on social media. View this post on Instagram A post shared by WION (@wionews) The Ferrari gets stuck The incident unfolded when two tourists, eager to take their luxury vehicle for a scenic drive along the picturesque Revdanda Beach, ventured onto the sand. However, their excitement soon turned to frustration as the powerful Ferrari, unable to gain traction, became hopelessly stuck in the soft sand. Despite multiple attempts by the owners and bystanders to free the vehicle, including efforts to push it out, they couldn’t free the Ferrari. Also Read | India: Thief falls asleep after drinking liquor during heist in Telangana Bullock Cart: An Unexpected Hero Just as the situation seemed to reach a standstill, an unexpected hero appeared on the scene. A local bullock cart driver, passing by the beach on his daily route, noticed the luxury car stranded in the sand. Assessing the situation and being familiar with the beach’s tricky terrain, the man on the offered his assistance. Also Read | ‘I’m not particularly afraid’: Japan’s Ishiba moves into 'haunted' PM house The bullock cart driver tied a rope between his cart and the Ferrari, the powerful animals effortlessly pulled the luxury car out of the sand. A video of the bullock cart pulling the Ferrari out of the sand was posted online, and it rapidly went viral. Onlookers were astonished as a bullock cart efficiently rescued a Ferrari, showcasing the brilliance of simplicity.

Watch: Ferrari stuck in sand rescued by bullock cart in Maharashtra

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