Carlsen Calls Sindarov Favourite Ahead of Gukesh World Championship

D Gukesh is going to play Javokhir Sindarov for the World Chess Championship.

Magnus Carlsen thinks Sindarov is more likely to win before the match begins.

However, Carlsen says Gukesh can play at a very high level when everything works well.

He told Gukesh not to think of the match as something he must simply protect.

Instead, Gukesh should see it as a chance to gain something.

Carlsen said the first few games could be very important.

If Sindarov leads early, Gukesh could face serious problems.

If Gukesh leads early, he could quickly become the favourite.

Carlsen also said he enjoys faster chess and does not expect to return to the classical World Championship.