Magnus Carlsen will not defend his World Champion title


Magnus Carlsen, the 5-time World Chess Champion, today ended months of speculation by announcing via his sponsor Unibet that he will not defend his title.


 

The Magnus Effect Ep. 1 from Unibet Norway on Vimeo.

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