After Magnus Carlsen opts out of title defence, Ian Nepomniachtchi and Ding Liren face off for maiden world crown

During his 10-year reign, Carlsen has seen off five challengers, including comfortably defeating Nepomniachtchi in December 2021

Carlsen given world chess title deadline as Nepomniachtchi and Ding await, Magnus Carlsen

Carlsen Will Give Up His Title, Will Not Defend in 2023

Ding Liren defeats Ian Nepomniachtchi to win World Chess Championship – as it happened, World Chess Championship 2023

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Magnus Carlsen beats Ian Nepomniachtchi to retain World Chess Championship title – as it happened, World Chess Championship 2021

2023 World Chess Championship: Nepomniachtchi and Ding battle for the crown but Carlsen's the missing king - ESPN

It's official! Magnus Carlsen will NOT defend his title

World Chess: Nepomniachtchi and Ding go head-to-head in Astana to succeed Magnus Carlsen, Sports

Palau Chess: February 2021

It's official! Magnus Carlsen will NOT defend his title

Magnus Carlsen says he has no 'inclination' to defend his world title next year

Ding Liren defeats Ian Nepomniachtchi to win World Chess Championship – as it happened, World Chess Championship 2023

Palau Chess: February 2021

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