Magnus Carlsen Gets Married, After Stirring More Controversy With 'Shared' 8th World Blitz Chess Title

Magnus Carlsen, chess champion, married Ella Victoria Malone in Oslo, with a Netflix film crew present. Ella is expected to play a larger role in Carlsen's career, having previously helped secure a deal with G-Star Raw. Carlsen's recent World Blitz Championship victory was controversially shared with Ian Nepomniachtchi, a decision sparking significant backlash. Top players criticized the shared title, citing a lack of precedent and perceived bias by FIDE. The controversy stemmed from a shared draw proposal, with accusations of Carlsen pressuring Nepomniachtchi. FIDE's president accepted the draw, a decision later criticized by FIDE's CEO. The incident prompted discussions within FIDE to improve regulations for future championship matches. Alternative tie-break methods, including Armageddon chess, were suggested. The shared title marked a historic first in over-the-board individual world championships. Despite the controversy, Carlsen is set to debut for St. Pauli in the German Bundesliga.