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Anatoly Karpov Hospitalized in Serious Condition

Breaking News -- Former World Chess Champion Anatoly Karpov
hospitalized today. According to Russian telegram channels, Karpov
was found unresponsive early in the morning near the State Duma
(Russsian Parliament) building. He was rushed to the hospital and is
now in the intensive care unit.

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Anatoly Karpov

According to the media, Karpov suffered serious head injury and hip
fracture. According to unconfirmed reports, his blood alcohol level
was extremely high.

Karpov, a former World Chess Champion, has been active in chess
and Russian politics. He is a member of the Russian Duma.

Update: Karpov's assistant and the 2021 Candidates Tournament
organizer Albert Stepanyan said to TASS, Russian Newswire service,
that Karpov is in stable condition and suffered no injuries. Stepayan
also refuted the claim that Karpov was a victim of assault.

Update: According to Meduza, Karpov accidentally fell down
and suffered head trauma. He is currently under observation
in a hospital.

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