Chess: 'Unmotivated' Magnus Carlsen will not defend world championship title, FIDE says show goes on

Carlsen had crushed Russian Ian Nepomniachtchi 7.5-3.5 in his fifth straight victorious title match last December.

Magnus Carlsen Will Not Defend World Championship Title

Magnus Carlsen won't defend chess world title, lacking motivation

Magnus Carlsen Will Not Defend World Championship Title

If Magnus Carlsen loses the world championship and doesn't get it back at his next opportunity, is he likely to continue playing chess for a long time or might that shorten his

Carlsen Not To Defend World Title

Magnus Carlsen says he has no 'inclination' to defend his world title next year

Chess World Champion Magnus Carlsen Won't Defend His Title - WSJ

2023 World Chess Championship: Nepomniachtchi and Ding battle for the crown but Carlsen's the missing king - ESPN

Magnus Carlsen Is Giving Up His World Title. Replacing Him Won't Be Easy. - The New York Times

Not motivated to play: Magnus Carlsen to not defend title at 2023 World Chess Championship - Sports News

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