Posted in News Checkmates! Outcry in the world of chess as No.1 Magnus Carlsen and his opponent cut short final and agree to SHARE the title, sparking fury among fans January 2, 2025 Norwegian chess champion Magnus Carlsen, 34, was drawing against Russian player Ian Nepomniachtch, at the World Blitz Championships when he offered his opponent a deal. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14243681/Checkmates-Outcry-world-chess-No-1-Magnus-Carlsen-opponent-cut-short-final-agree-SHARE-title-sparking-fury-fans.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490