Magnus Carlsen, the reigning world champion, is set to compete in the upcoming Freestyle Chess circuit, but the event has sparked controversy regarding its legitimacy as a world championship. The conflict escalated between FIDE and Jan-Henric Buettner, founder of Freestyle Chess, leading to an uneasy truce. Despite FIDE's concerns, the Freestyle circuit, boasting a significant prize fund and an elite lineup, will proceed as a Grand Slam event. The inaugural leg in Weissenhaus will feature a unique format with randomised chess positions, appealing to grandmasters seeking to avoid exhaustive opening preparations.
"The upcoming Freestyle Chess circuit, featuring Magnus Carlsen, has ignited controversy over its classification as a world championship, leading to a temporary truce with FIDE."
"FIDE's opposition to the Freestyle Chess circuit reflects deeper tensions in competitive chess, as the legitimacy of events under its authority is increasingly questioned."
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