Toxicology Report Confirms Multiple Drugs in Daniel Naroditsky’s System at Death

American chess grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky died in October 2025 with multiple drugs in his system, including methamphetamine, amphetamine, and kratom compounds, according to a toxicology report by the North Carolina Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. His death was ruled an accidental poisoning. Naroditsky faced public cheating allegations from former world champion Vladimir Kramnik, which reportedly caused him significant distress. Kramnik has denied responsibility and condemned the backlash against him, citing threats to his family and legal action.