Magnus Carlsen Weighs In on Gukesh's Rise, But Remains Unconvinced After SuperUnited Opener

Magnus Carlsen Weighs In on Gukesh's Rise, But Remains Unconvinced After SuperUnited Opener

 03:25 03/07/2025

Magnus Carlsen, after the first day of the SuperUnited Croatia Rapid & Blitz 2025, acknowledged Gukesh's improvement but stated he's yet to be truly impressed by the young Indian chess players. He praised Praggnanandhaa's recent classical tournament wins, highlighting his consistent performance.
D Gukesh Withdraws from Carlsen Rematch in Las Vegas Freestyle Chess Event Due to Exhaustion

D Gukesh Withdraws from Carlsen Rematch in Las Vegas Freestyle Chess Event Due to Exhaustion

 09:10 27/06/2025

World Champion D Gukesh will not be playing in the Las Vegas leg of the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam, citing exhaustion after Norway Chess. Vidit Gujrathi will replace him, donning Gukesh’s red jacket. The $750,000 event runs July 16–20 at Wynn Las Vegas. Meanwhile, the India leg in September is cancelled, and Jan Henric Buettner will step down as CEO on July 1.
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