Magnus Carlsen: Chess Maestro's New Gambit in the Digital World

Magnus Carlsen, a chess prodigy and former world champion, launches a new app to make chess more accessible and engaging. Known for his celebrity status in the chess world, Carlsen aims to enhance viewers' experience by offering insights and analyses. Despite reducing his professional game ambitions, he continues to shape chess's future.

As one of the most celebrated figures in chess, Magnus Carlsen is making waves again, but this time off the board. Known for his unparalleled prowess, the Norwegian chess grandmaster is set to launch a new app, 'Take Take Take,' designed to offer fresh insights and engage a broader audience with the cerebral game.

Carlsen, who ascended to the rank of grandmaster at just 13 and has held a legendary status ever since, is shifting his focus from winning professional titles to turning chess into a spectator sport. This comes after voluntarily relinquishing his World Chess Champion title in 2023.

Partnering with Mats Andre Kristiansen, CEO of Fantasy Chess, Carlsen's venture strives to appeal to a wide audience by simplifying chess's complexities through a user-friendly platform. The app will allow viewers to follow live matches while providing commentary, recaps, and accessible explanations, aiming to counteract the niche, highbrow perception of chess gameplay.

(With inputs from agencies.)