'I now know I was wrong': Hikaru on chaotic EWC match against Firouzja

Hikaru Nakamura finished 3rd astatine the 2026 Esports World Cup aft Alireza Firouzja forfeited their lucifer pursuing method issues and aggregate disconnections. Initially blaming chess.com, Nakamura aboriginal learned the problems were caused by the EWC. He apologised for his comments, admitted helium jumped to conclusions, and earned $145,000 positive invaluable Club Championship points for Falcons Esports.