Carlsen, Goryachkina Crowned 2025 World Rapid Champions

• Magnus Carlsen and Aleksandra Goryachkina won the 2025 World Rapid titles on Sunday, December 28.
• Carlsen secured his sixth rapid title with 10.5/13 points, earning €70,000, marking his 19th world championship.
• Aleksandra Goryachkina claimed her maiden rapid title, defeating Zhu Jiner and winning €40,000.
• India's Arjun Erigaisi finished third in the Open category; Koneru Humpy placed third in Women's after tie-breakers.
• The World Blitz Championships are set to commence, with eight-time champion Carlsen as the favorite.

Why It Matters: Carlsen and Goryachkina clinched 2025 World Rapid titles, with Carlsen securing his 19th world championship.