Carlsen won the World Blitz Chess Championship 2025, his ninth World Blitz title and his...

December 30, 2025 · Magnus Carlsen · Chess · On this day

Carlsen won the World Blitz Chess Championship 2025, his ninth World Blitz title and his 20th world championship title across three time controls.

About Magnus Carlsen

Magnus Carlsen is a renowned Norwegian chess grandmaster and former World Chess Champion, celebrated for his exceptional skill and strategic prowess in the game. He has dominated the chess world for over a decade, holding the No. 1 ranking in the FIDE ratings since 2011 and achieving the highest rating in history.

Nationality: Norway
Born: November 30, 1990
World Championship Titles: 5
World Rapid Titles: 6
World Blitz Titles: 9

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