Team Liquid Signs Chess Superstars Magnus Carlsen and Fabiano Caruana Ahead of 2025 Esports World Cup
Team Liquid Makes Major Moves in Esports World with Signing of Chess Superstars Magnus Carlsen and Fabiano Caruana
In a groundbreaking announcement, global esports powerhouse Team Liquid has secured the signings of two of the biggest names in the world of chess. Five-time World Champion Magnus Carlsen and world number-two Fabiano Caruana will now represent the club as they gear up for the 2025 Esports World Cup (EWC).
Team Liquid’s co-CEO Steve Arhancet expressed the team’s commitment to winning by bringing on board the absolute best players in the game. The signings of Carlsen and Caruana have solidified Team Liquid’s position as a frontrunner in the upcoming EWC.
The esports world is abuzz with excitement as top grandmasters like Ding Liren, Maxime Vachier-Lagrave, Arjun Erigaisi, and Volodar Murzin have all been signed by various esports organizations in the lead-up to the gaming festival in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
With the addition of Carlsen and Caruana, Team Liquid has set a new standard in the world of chess esports. Chess.com CCO IM Danny Rensch acknowledged Team Liquid as the team to beat, but also noted that there are still many top players unsigned, adding to the anticipation of the EWC.
Magnus Carlsen, known as one of the greatest chess players of all time, expressed his excitement about joining an esports organization for the first time. He sees the future of chess in faster formats and believes that chess players will become integral parts of esports teams moving forward.
Fabiano Caruana, the current world number-two, highlighted the significance of joining Team Liquid and emphasized the shared values of integrity, competitive drive, and excellence that the organization represents.
Team Liquid, known for its dominance in games like Dota 2 and League of Legends, has now made a significant foray into the world of chess esports. The team’s success and heritage, combined with the star power of Carlsen and Caruana, promise to bring chess to a wider audience and elevate the game to new heights in the esports arena.
As the esports world gears up for the EWC, all eyes will be on Team Liquid and its powerhouse lineup of chess superstars as they aim for victory and a share of the lucrative prize pool. Stay tuned for more updates as Carlsen, Caruana, and Team Liquid make their mark on the esports world.