[newguy]

That's outstanding for Gukesh.  That said, with Magnus Carlsen out of the regular cycle, the world chess championship feels ..... somewhat diminished.  Carlsen has essentially pulled a Fischer.

agreed......Carlsen got bored after winning 5 world championships in a row.  maybe this will rouse his interest enough to compete in the next Candidates tournament.

[newguy]

That's outstanding for Gukesh.  That said, with Magnus Carlsen out of the regular cycle, the world chess championship feels ..... somewhat diminished.  Carlsen has essentially pulled a Fischer.

agreed......Carlsen got bored after winning 5 world championships in a row.  maybe this will rouse his interest enough to compete in the next Candidates tournament.