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Probably has a bit to do with the fact that Carlsen doesn't care about money, he only cares about chess. There was a tournament recently where he was offered a
by pi-rat 13y ago
Probably has a bit to do with the fact that Carlsen doesn't care about money, he only cares about chess. There was a tournament recently where he was offered a draw during the match, taking the draw would be a sure way for him to win the tournament and win the 1. place price money. He didn't, he went into an all in fight to win instead (risking his 1. place) - and pulled it off. Also, his father takes cares of his finances so that he doesn't have to deal with it, AFAIK.
- Aqueous 13y agoThat is very honorable. Carlsen is one impressive man. I hope he wins - his attitude and his energy seem to be revitalizing the sport, even here in the States.
- petegrif 13y agoIt's not that. It's just that Chess is a hard business to monetize.
- asdfologist 13y agoWell, in my view that win also sent a message to Anand - perhaps that factored into the decision.