Carlsen is World Chess Champion

November 22, 2013 09:05 PM

Chennai, Nov 22

Norwegian challenger Magnus Carlsen was crowned the new World Chess Champion as he beat defending champion Viswanathan Anand 6.5-3.5 here Friday.

The 10th game ended in a draw giving Carlsen the needed half point -- and also the coveted world crown.

By:IANS

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