Without the Element of Enjoyment…”- Is a Weary Magnus Carlsen Hinting Retirement From Chess? - EssentiallySports

Magnus Carlsen always speaks in riddles. Though the world champion is certainly dropping signs, that chess is not fun for him anymore.

Wanted to Quit..”- World Number One Magnus Carlsen Hints on

Magnus: I love playing, that's all the ambition I really need

Magnus: I love playing, that's all the ambition I really need

Carlsen: I can stay at the top for another 20 years

“Wanted to Quit..”- World Number One Magnus Carlsen Hints on

Does Magnus Carlsen retire from over-the-board chess?

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