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Carlsen plays down significance of showdown against Gukesh at Norway Chess: 'I’m not motivated to play'
Published on: May 16, 2025, 5 a.m. | Source: Firstpost
D Gukesh will face world No 1 Magnus Carlsen in the Classical format for the first time since being crowned the youngest world champion in the sport's history in December. While the upcoming showdown might just be the biggest of the 18-year-old's career, Carlsen has chosen to play down its significance.
