Friday, November 22, 2013

Carlsen the Champion!

23 November 2013, Kuala Lumpur - Last night in game 10 in Chennai,  Magnus Carlsen drew his game against Vishy Anand. This draw gave Carlsen a 6.5-3.5 score and the prized World Chess Champion title.

The Sicilian Defence Moscow variation transpired during the game.

Carlsen only needed to play 10 of the 12 scheduled games to win the title. Congratulations to Magnus Carlsen, the new World Champion! 22 year old Carlsen went from amateur to world champion in just  ten years.

http://chennai2013.fide.com

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