"I was pushed to the edge" — David Navara vs Kramnik | Podcast

My referral link to ChessCom: https://go.chess.com/mustreaderNepo's course on the King’s Gambit: http://go.chess.com/nepokingsgambitAnish Giri’s course on the French Defence: http://go.chess.com/girisfrenchdefenseSam Shankland’s Chess Calculation WorkBook: http://go.chess.com/shanklandsworkbookThis is one of the most heartbreaking conversations I've ever recorded. GM David Navara — one of Czech Republic's greatest players — opens up about the darkest year of his life. After being included in Kramnik's controversial statistics, David faced accusations from Kramnik's fans, fell into depression and even had thoughts of ending his own life. Despite his appeals, FIDE remained silent, adding to his suffering. We discuss the full story, Kramnik's dangerous methods, and how to make these statistics safer. Plus: David's chaotic lifestyle, online chess addiction, and how he stays competitive at 40. I hope this episode helps everyone understand the real human cost of careless accusations. Traditional blitz game included!Support me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mustreaderMy DISCORD server: https://discord.gg/bXZN36xbMy X: https://x.com/mustreaderMy channel with podcast highlights: https://www.youtube.com/@CwMClipsMy chess.com club: https://go.chess.com/MustreaderClubCollabs: [email protected] to what's discussed in the podcast:David's blog post: https://www.chess.com/blog/FormerProdigy/because-we-careDavid's interview on ChessBase India: https://youtu.be/TAzHz-pKX9k?si=nK5JEc6w5CCoQn_1David's books:My Chess World: https://amzn.to/3ZYYoLPLessons on Uncompromising Play: https://amzn.to/3I8RBsVThe Secret Ingredient: To Winning at Chess: https://amzn.to/4lGk5J3My podcast with Kramnik that got me blocked by him: https://youtu.be/YKzes4eteb4?si=5nUg3RNqeHXnqANKMany thanks to my Patreon supporter: Sarterus00:00 — Intro01:22 — Kramnik threatens to sue David!12:15 — "I considered committing suicide"22:07 — Why Kramnik’s methods are WRONG27:46 — What if David played Kramnik?31:03 — Old legends vs young talents34:32 — From world #13 to fighting for top 6036:06 — What David does to stay competitive38:35 — Online chess: mixture of 4 things41:48 — Are chess books important?45:10 — David’s chaotic online lifestyle46:24 — What religion means to David49:38 — The Moiseenko incident52:14 — Blitz!"I was pushed to the edge" — David Navara vs Kramnik | Podcastdavid navaradavid navara chessdavid navara vs vladimir kramniknavara vs kramnikkramnik accuses navarakramnik's accusationdavid navaradavid navara chessgm david navaranavara kramnik lawsuitvladimir kramnik controversyczech chess grandmasterfide statement navaralife of a chess professionalchess podcast 2025chess interview 2025chess cheating debatetitled tuesday analysisbecause we care blogmustreadergreg mustreadermustreader chesscwmMy name is Greg Mustreader, I am a Candidate Master in chess, an entrepreneur and host of several podcasts. On the Chess with Mustreader channel, I interview top chess players, play against chess AIs, analyze the most interesting chess games and combinations of today and of the past, as well as show you my path in chess and the way I work on my chess improvement (including recaps from the tournaments I play). I live in Almaty, Kazakhstan and travel the world extensively (been to 50 countries). I'm 31 years old, I have a girlfriend, three dogs and four cats. I speak English, Russian, German, and a bit of French and Chinese.Don't forget to subscribe!#davidnavara #vladimirkramnik #chess