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Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi Share Title After Four Tiebreak Matches at 2024 FIDE World Blitz Championship on January 1, 2025
Jan 1, 2025, 12:25 AM
In a historic decision at the 2024 FIDE World Blitz Chess Championship, Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi have agreed to share the championship title after an unprecedented series of tiebreak matches. Following four draws in the tiebreaks, the two players reached a consensus to end the competition, citing fatigue after a long day of play. Carlsen expressed satisfaction with the outcome, stating, "It feels very good to share gold with Nepo," and noted that it was a fitting conclusion to the event. This decision has sparked mixed reactions within the chess community, with some questioning the appropriateness of co-champions in a competitive format. The championship concluded with both players being crowned champions, marking a notable moment in chess history.
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