Magnus Carlsen returns to World Blitz Chess Championship after dress code dispute

Magnus Carlsen returned to the World Blitz Chess Championship after initially quitting due to a dress code dispute over wearing jeans. He had left the World Rapid Chess Championship after refusing to change his attire, which violated tournament rules. Following discussions with FIDE president Arkady Dvorkovich, Carlsen decided to participate in the Blitz competition while still wearing jeans. He arrived slightly late for his first match but won against German grandmaster Michael Bezold. FIDE announced changes to the dress code, allowing for minor deviations, such as appropriate jeans with jackets. Dvorkovich acknowledged the need for rule updates to better reflect the evolving nature of chess.