Magnus Carlsen Rules Out Return to Classical World Chess Championship, Focuses on New Competitions

Magnus Carlsen, the reigning chess world champion, has announced that he will not be returning to the classical World Chess Championship. Despite being a five-time world champion, Carlsen cited a lack of motivation for his decision to opt out of the prestigious event.

In a recent interview with Reuters, Carlsen expressed his disinterest in reclaiming the classical world title, stating that it is “very, very unlikely” that he will aim for the championship again. Instead, Carlsen is focusing on promoting new chess competitions and has signed up to represent Team Liquid in the Esports World Cup.

The 34-year-old chess prodigy has been at odds with the International Chess Federation (FIDE) over various issues, including a dress-code violation during last year’s World Rapid Chess Championship. Despite the controversies, Carlsen remains confident in his ability to compete and is looking forward to showcasing his skills at the upcoming EWC.

While Carlsen may not be vying for the classical world championship, he is determined to prove that he is still the best in the game. With his eyes set on mentoring the new generation of chess players in the future, Carlsen remains focused on maintaining his dominance in the chess world.