Magnus Carlsen, the world’s top-ranked grandmaster, has secured another victory, this time at the inaugural Esports Chess World Cup in Riyadh. Representing Team Liquid, Carlsen triumphed over Alireza Firouzja in the final, earning $250,000 and praising the event’s innovative format. The inclusion of chess in the Esports World Cup marks a significant step in modernizing the game. Post navigation Why the US froze $339 million in UCLA research funding over alleged civil rights breaches Leaves 8-page note, 2 diaries, 3 video clips: Gujarat teacher kills sons, self over wife’s affair; woman, her lover booked