‘Really like his chess, not his personality’: Russia No. 1 Nepo on Hans Niemann’s ‘FIDE must punish’ remarks | Exclusive | Chess News
Ian Nepomniachtchi and Hans Niemann BENGALURU: Ian Nepomniachtchi, also known as “Nepo”, has little doubt about Hans Niemann’s ability on the chessboard. Away from it, however, the Russian grandmaster remains less impressed.Reacting to Niemann’s recent call for FIDE to punish players who make public accusations or insinuations, particularly involving young players, Nepomniachtchi said the American…