Magnus Carlsen lauds Gukesh but rules out World Championship showdown, says “not part of this circus anymore”
The 18-year-old defeated defending champion Ding Liren in the 14th and final round of the match on Thursday to become only the second Indian after Viswanathan Anand to claim the coveted trophy.
Magnus Carlsen on prospect of a showdown against D Gukesh: 'Not part of this circus anymore'
After becoming the youngest world champion in chess history on Thursday, Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh expressed his desire to face reigning world No 1 Magnus Carlsen, preferably while defending his title in the future.
To the youth, Gukesh offered a simple message: “Keep enjoying chess. You will achieve your dream one day.” He praised his ...
Viswanathan Anand backed Gukesh as the legendary Indian chess veteran responded to criticism over the quality of the World ...
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