Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:29am on 13 Dec 2024,Friday Sports
Former World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen has confirmed he will not challenge Gukesh D, who recently became the youngest World Chess Champion. Speaking on the "Take Take Take" YouTube channel, Carlsen stated, “I’m not part of this circus anymore,” while praising Gukesh’s impressive performance and well-deserved victory. Carlsen noted Gukesh’s determination and highlighted his journey from the feeder circuit to triumphing in the Candidates tournament and the championship. He also acknowledged Ding Liren’s resistance during the final match. Gukesh’s achievement has cemented his place in chess history, marking a new era for the sport.
