"It's still got a special place, the World Championship," GM David Howell, now a commentator for the World Championship on FIDE's official channel, told ESPN. "Even Magnus, he's watching, he's a massive chess fan, literally every move he's watching live. He's still addicted."

Magnus Carlsen has been left disappointed with D Gukesh’s performance against Ding Liren in the ongoing 2024 World Chess Championship match, stating that he is not impressed with the Indian.

Game 5 of the World Chess Championship between Gukesh and Ding Liren ended in a 40-move draw. But Magnus Carlsen said it was a “win” for world champion Ding Liren.