Carlsen joins 400 entrants at London Classic Super Rapid next month
Magnus Carlsen will compete in the Super Rapid at the XTX Markets London Classic on December 5-6, joining around 400 entrants so far. The world No 1, who has won the main event four times, is preparing for his title defenses in Istanbul later this month. A strong performance is crucial, as one defeat could jeopardize his chances of victory.
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Published 13 Nov 2026, 08:00 UTC · Updated 13 Nov 2026, 08:20 UTC
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