World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen will not compete in the FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 in Goa, India. Citing motivational issues and a disinterest in long-format classical games, the five-time world champion has withdrawn from pursuing the classical title again. Carlsen is now focusing on faster chess formats and esports.
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