World Chess Championship LIVE: Magnus Carlsen surprised by Gukesh’s approach

Legendary Magnus Carlsen expressed surprise with Gukesh’s decision to continue and go for the win despite possibility of a draw. While appreciating the ambition, he questioned the wisdom of going for such moves in this situation.

“I used to say that chess players should be somewhere between optimistic and delusional. This clearly was on the delusional side for Gukesh. I thought his position was okay. But this clearly shows the disrespect he has for Ding. Like saying ‘I can play on from any position. You’re not going to try to beat me,’” said former world champion Carlsen on the Take Take Take app. “There was no objective reason for Gukesh to go for this. These decisions are baffling. But also fascinating. Taking risks is one thing. But dude what are you hoping for?”