Russian grandmaster Ian Nepomniachtchi described his reaction to Norway’s Magnus Carlsen’s withdrawal from the match for the chess crown. “Sport Express”.
On July 20, it was learned that current world champion Magnus Carlsen refused to play for the chess crown against Nepomniachtchi, the winner of the 2022 Candidates’ Tournament ahead of schedule.
“I wouldn’t say he has some kind of hidden motivation that he doesn’t share with the whole world, but with me. It is clear that I am not happy with his decision, ”said Nepomniachtchi.
The Norwegian wanted to change the rules of the match for the championship. According to him, he sees no motivation to fight Yang for the second time in a row. In 2021, Nepomniachtchi has already fought and defeated him for the crown. In the spring, the Russian will play with the Chinese Ding Liren.
Earlier it was reported that the Turin-2006 Olympic champion in speed skating is State Duma deputy Svetlana Zhurova. commented 12th world chess champion Alexandra Kosteniuk’s decision to change her sporting citizenship and start playing for Switzerland.
Source: Gazeta
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