WIRE — Former world champion Vladimir Kramnik has been banned by FIDE for two years, with the second year suspended, over unethical conduct linked to public cheating allegations against players including David Navara and Daniel Naroditsky. FIDE cited bullying, unjustified accusations and procedural violations. Kramnik has vowed to appeal the ruling.
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