Hans Niemann hits back at critics after ‘hate-watching’ accusations at Freestyle Chess event: ‘What would you call…’

Hans Niemann hits back at critics after ‘hate-watching’ accusations at Freestyle Chess event: ‘What would you call…’

Hans Niemann has slammed critics who questioned his celebration while watching Magnus Carlsen’s elimination from the Freestyle Chess event in Las Vegas, reminding them of the struggles he has faced since being labelled a cheater by the world No. 1.

Hans Niemann will compete in the Freestyle Chess Las Vegas event final against Levon Aronian. Image: Freestyle Chess