Will Magnus Carlsen's refusal to defend world chess title devalue it?

Magnus Carlsen stated that he will not be defending his world championship.There's only one instance where a reigning world champion relinquished his title without playing: Bobby Fischer in 1975

Magnus Carlsen will not defend world chess title next year

Magnus Carlsen Won't Defend His World Chess Title

5-time Chess World Champion, Magnus Carlsen won't defend his title

Why is Magnus Carlsen not defending his title in 2023? - Quora

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If Magnus Carlsen were to be stripped of his title and rating and

Magnus Carlsen won't defend chess world title, lacking motivation

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Magnus Carlsen may opt against world chess defence due to lack of

Magnus Carlsen's Last Gambit - Rediff.com

What will it mean for the chess world if Magnus Carlsen does not

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