World No 1 dominated every round and was determined to show chess in its best light at Saudi event
Magnus Carlsen was in imperious form at last week’s Esports World Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with a…
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Chess grandmaster wins first online competition at Esports World Cup ○
World number one Magnus Carlsen takes home $250,000 (£188,000) for winning the online competition.
7 months ago
Magnus Carlsen shows how Saudi Arabia gobbles up global sports stars ○
The outstanding chess player of his generation is the latest figure to be associated with a kingdom that uses entertainment to pacify the public
In February, Norwegian chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen…
Grand prizes, big names: 2nd Esports World Cup starts in Riyadh ○
The second Esports World Cup has drawn gamers from across the planet, all vying for a slice of the 70 million dollar prize pot, split across 25 competitions, and 24 top-tier games.
Sydney Jo's viral TikTok group chat drama, and Superman hits cinemas: What's coming up this week ○
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Last Pundit Standing also drops on BBC iPlayer, and it's the Esports World Cup.
8 months ago
Magnus Carlsen sets early pace as stars collide at Norway Chess ○
Home hope leads after four rounds at Stavanger following his comprehensive victory in the Speed Championship
Magnus Carlsen arrived in vintage form at the start of the Norway Chess tournament. The enc…
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