Hans Niemann
Hans Niemann is a young American chess player who gained notoriety for his involvement in a cheating scandal that led to a high-profile lawsuit against reigning world champion Magnus Carlsen. Following allegations that he cheated in multiple online games, Niemann has been a controversial figure in the chess community, prompting discussions about trust and integrity in competitive chess.
Born on Apr 20, 2003 (22 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slovenia | 1 | 6.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 2,078,938 | 1,978 | $56,000 | 53$ |
| Totals | 1 | 2,078,938 | 1,978 | $56,000 | 53$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Slovenia:
Hans Niemann finished with an equal number of points, showcasing his competitive spirit.
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Guyana:
Hans Niemann claimed the seventh spot in the 2025 Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Finals.
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North Macedonia:
Hans Niemann celebrated a victory over Parham Maghsoodloo.
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Croatia:
Hans Niemann finished seventh in the Grand Slam tournament.
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North Macedonia:
Hans Niemann will compete against Parham Maghsoodloo for the seventh place.
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Spain:
Hans Niemann was previously involved in a public dispute with Carlsen that ended in an out-of-court settlement.
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Spain:
Hans Niemann was accused by Carlsen but maintained he did not cheat in their match.
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India:
Hans Niemann quipped about feeling like the president of a small country after his draw against Wesley So.
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India:
American Grandmaster Hans Niemann has ignited fresh controversy in the chess world with a striking statement on social media.
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North Macedonia:
Hans Niemann was defeated by Levon Aronian in the final.
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