Magnus Carlsen wins the World Rapid title for the sixth time. Image: FIDE
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Firstpost28-12-2025, 23:15

Magnus Carlsen Reclaims World Rapid Crown; India's Erigaisi, Humpy Win Bronze

  • Magnus Carlsen won his 6th FIDE World Rapid Chess Championship 2025 title in Doha with 10.5 points out of 13.
  • Carlsen secured the title with a draw against Anish Giri, dominating the tournament with 10 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss.
  • India's Arjun Erigaisi secured a bronze medal, tying for third place, becoming the second Indian GM after Viswanathan Anand to achieve this feat.
  • In the women's section, India's Koneru Humpy also won a bronze medal, while Aleksandra Goryachkina claimed the championship.
  • Carlsen will now shift focus to the World Blitz Chess Championship 2025, aiming for another title.

Why It Matters: Magnus Carlsen reclaims World Rapid title; Indian GMs Arjun Erigaisi and Koneru Humpy secure bronze.

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