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Carlsen's trophy for winning the world championship match in Chennai

FIDE archive2013

International Chess Federation (FIDE)

International Chess Federation (FIDE)
Lausanne, Switzerland

The 2013 World Chess Championship, held in Chennai, India, saw reigning champion Viswanathan Anand face off against challenger Magnus Carlsen. Carlsen won the match convincingly with a score of 6.5 to 3.5 after ten of the twelve scheduled games, becoming the new World Chess Champion. This landmark event marked the beginning of his 10-year reign.

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  • Title: Carlsen's trophy for winning the world championship match in Chennai
  • Creator: FIDE archive
  • Date Created: 2013
  • Location Created: Chennai, India
International Chess Federation (FIDE)

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