Under which flag did Firouzja play after leaving the Iranian Federation?
NATO
EU
FIDE
UN
Answer
Under the FIDE flag, Firouzja participated in international tournaments following his departure from the Iranian Chess Federation in early 2021. This decision allowed him to compete as a neutral player, ensuring his eligibility in global events without representing any specific nation.
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