Archive · 28 Sep 2025
Giri Wonders If Carlsen Can Still Dominate Chess
Anish Giri, a top chess player, thinks it's getting tougher for even the best, like Magnus Carlsen, to always win in classical chess.
Giri points out that the competition is very close now.
He highlights that other top players like Gukesh and Praggnanandhaa have had ups and downs.
Giri wonders if Carlsen can stay on top if he continues playing and believes it might require changes to his style.
Giri also qualified for the 2026 Candidates Tournament.
Anish Giri suggests that Magnus Carlsen's dominance in classical chess might be challenged.
Giri cites the examples of D Gukesh and R Praggnanandhaa, who have experienced both success and rough patches.
Giri believes the competition among top chess players is currently very balanced.
Giri won the FIDE Grand Swiss and qualified for the 2026 Candidates Tournament.
Magnus Carlsen is not participating in the current FIDE cycle and will miss the 2025 Chess World Cup.
- Who
- Anish Giri
- What
- Discusses the current competitiveness in classical chess, pondering if Magnus Carlsen can maintain dominance.
- When
- Recently
- Where
- In an interview with FIDE
- Why
- To discuss the changing landscape of classical chess and the challenges faced by top players, including D Gukesh and R Praggnanandhaa.
- Chess Player
- Anish Giri
- Event Won
- FIDE Grand Swiss
- Event Qualified For
- 2026 Candidates Tournament
- Player Mentioned
- Magnus Carlsen, D Gukesh, R Praggnandhaa
- Carlsen's Status
- Not participating in the current FIDE cycle
