Popular streamer DrLupo has been removed from the PogChamps 6 chess tournament following allegations of cheating during a match against YouTuber Wolfe ‘Wolfey’ Glick. Chess.com has stated he committed a fair play violation.
On April 30, DrLupo, a 650-rated player, faced off against Wolfey, who holds a 1340 rating, in the $100,000 tournament.
Viewers noted that after an early blunder where DrLupo left his queen unprotected, he proceeded to play the remainder of the game flawlessly, executing moves many considered atypical for a player of his skill level.
Viewers also observed that he appeared to glance between monitors during critical moments, suggesting possible external assistance.
Denying the allegations, DrLupo posted on X, “Literally explained all of it on stream as I was playing. Didn’t cheat. Had a good game and got rolled the rest of the day.”
DrLupo addresses chess cheating allegations
In a follow-up post, he stated he had chosen to drop out, although Chess.com’s statement suggests he was removed.
“Had a ton of fun playing, but have decided to drop out of the event to help maintain competitive integrity for those involved, as well as the tourney organizers,” DrLupo said.
“Having the main stream up on my left monitor over the course of the day today to watch other games being played led to me getting move information I shouldn’t have had for a game.
“That’s on me and no one else. That’s my f**k up. I apologize – you’d think I would know better, but here we are.”
In a reply, he admitted to reading chat, which he says was giving him moves.
“Believe me or not – I played what I played. Pulled from chat though, couldn’t stop looking. Which as I said, I know better.”
Chess.com, the organizer of PogChamps, announced that DrLupo had been removed from the chess tournament due to a “fair play violation.”
“DrLupo has been closed for a fair play violation that occurred during today’s Pogchamps event. He will be replaced in the consolation bracket before the start of tomorrow’s round.
“We wish everyone the best tomorrow and remind them that receiving any help during a match is a violation of our FP Policy and will result in a DQ and account closure.”
Comments on DrLupo’s livestream called him out for the alleged cheating.
“Grown ass man cheating in a chess tournament. I guess taking every live service shooter sponsor just doesn’t pay enough,” one of the most liked comments said.
“This is the most obvious cheating I’ve ever seen,” another added.
The PogChamps tournament boasts a $100,000 prize pool, so while it is seen as a fun influencer event, there’s still a lot at stake.
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