World Teams Rapid 2026: Carlsen crashes against Arjun
Magnus Carlsen played car crash of a game against Arjun Erigaisi in Round 6 of World Teams Rapid 2026.
Dragon Chilling sole leader, MGD1 aims to defend their crown
Dragon Chilling featuring the 17th World Champion, Ding Liren is in the sole lead 14/16. They are the only team that is undefeated. The defending champion, Team MGD1 is trailing by a full point at 13/16, followed by Barys at 12/16.
Magnus Carlsen (WR Chess) suffered two consecutive losses in Round 6 and 7 against Arjun Erigaisi (MGD1) and Shant Sargsyan (Sky Chess). Arjun Erigaisi is currently World no.2 in live ratings.
Raunak Sadhwani (Chessnut Nova) managed to draw against the 15th, 16th and 17th World Champion – Vishy Anand (Chess United), Magnus Carlsen (WR Chess) and Ding Liren (Dragon Chilling) in Round 8, 2 and 3 respectively.
Carlsen – Arjun, Round 6
Position after 20.Bxe6??
20.Bxe6?? was the first mistake. 20…fxe6 21.Nxe6 Qb6+ 22.Kh1 and White got nothing for the sacrificed bishop.
Final position after 30…Qf3!
29.Qd1?? Rg6 30.Re2?? Qxf3! a beautiful finish by Arjun.
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