News about World Chess Championship, Ding Liren

Magnus strides into the playing hall, exchanging a handshake with his Round 4 opponent, Gukesh, before settling into his seat. That simple gesture was enough to set social media abuzz. Could it be the anticipation of a future World Chess Championship match between these two… pic.twitter.com/Hqj5nJnkmX

Tony Miles, the first Englishman to earn the grandmaster title in chess. bit.ly/3xrla0d pic.twitter.com/oneMzrf3fT

I've asked several sources in Beijing if, considering his recent circumstances, Ding Liren has entertained any thoughts about not defending his title. The answer was the same: "Absolutely not. He will be there."

I will never be a legendary chess player. So I paved my own unique path. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/oOKZleqnH2