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American chess prodigy had multiple drugs in system when found dead amid cheating controversy: report

American chess grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky, who was found dead in his North Carolina home in October 2025, had multiple drugs, including stimulants and kratom, in his system according to a toxicology report. His death is under investigation as a possible overdose or suicide, following a controversial period in his career involving allegations of cheating.

American chess prodigy had multiple drugs in system when found dead amid cheating controversy: report

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Key Highlights

  • Daniel Naroditsky was 29 years old at the time of his death.
  • He was found dead in his home in Charlotte, North Carolina.
  • The toxicology report revealed a combination of stimulant and psychoactive substances.
  • Authorities are investigating his death as a possible overdose or suicide.
  • Naroditsky faced allegations of using computer engines to cheat in chess prior to his death.
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Sources

  1. Toxicology report says late US chess star Daniel Naroditsky had drugs in his system
  2. American chess prodigy had multiple drugs in system when found dead amid cheating controversy: report

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