Carlsen empathises with Niemann after latter’s failure to qualify for Esports World Cup: ‘Can relate to the pain’

Carlsen empathises with Niemann after latter’s failure to qualify for Esports World Cup: ‘Can relate to the pain’

Hans Niemann had failed to qualify for the Esports World Cup Finals in Riyadh after a 2.5-0.5 defeat against Dutch No 1 Anish Giri, with the American Grandmaster slamming his fist on the table in frustration.

Magnus Carlsen empathised with Hans Niemann after the latter failed to qualify for the Esports World Cup, banging his fist on the table following his defeat against Anish Giri. Image credit: Grand Chess Tour/Screengrab of video posted on X by ChessBase India