The 2024 FIDE World Blitz Chess Championship concluded in December in New York City, culminating in an unprecedented outcome. After a series of intense matches, Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi agreed to share the championship title, marking the first time an individual world title in chess has been shared.
In the final, Carlsen initially took a 2-0 lead in a four-game match. However, Nepomniachtchi mounted a dramatic comeback, winning the next two games to level the score. The ensuing tiebreaks featured three closely contested games, with neither player able to secure a decisive advantage, resulting in a final score of 3.5-3.5. Following these tiebreaks, both players and FIDE agreed to share the title.
This decision received mixed reactions. The live audience responded with applause, appreciating the sportsmanship displayed by both players. Conversely, some online fans and players criticized the move, expressing concerns about the departure from traditional competitive conclusions.
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