D Gukesh to Participate in Freestyle Chess Leg in Germany, Confirms Co-owner Jan Henric Buettner

World Chess Champion D Gukesh has confirmed that he will not be following in the footsteps of Viswanathan Anand by withdrawing from the upcoming leg of the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour in Germany. This announcement comes amidst a backdrop of tension between the Freestyle Chess Players Club (FCPC) and FIDE, the international world chess body.

In an interview with The Indian Express, Freestyle Chess co-owner Jan Henric Buettner reassured fans that Gukesh is looking forward to participating in the upcoming tournament in Weissenhaus. Buettner emphasized that he is in constant communication with Gukesh’s father, who manages his affairs, and that they are both excited about the upcoming event.

The relationship between FCPC and FIDE has been strained in recent months, with allegations being thrown back and forth between FIDE CEO Emil Sutovsky, Magnus Carlsen, and Buettner. However, Buettner revealed in the interview that they are close to reaching an agreement with FIDE, with discussions already underway with FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich.

The tension between the two parties escalated after Magnus Carlsen’s controversies at the Rapid and Blitz Championships, leading to criticism of Anand’s role as a FIDE official. Despite this, Gukesh remains focused on his upcoming tournaments and is determined to continue his successful run in the chess world.

As the chess world eagerly awaits the upcoming leg of the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour, all eyes will be on Gukesh as he looks to make his mark on the international stage. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.