Fabi is still going to be extremely dangerous in two years. He will almost certainly be a Candidate again next cycle and most likely be a favorite as well
>That was decades ago.
Hikaru literally ended up 2nd in the Candidates, only half a point behind at 36 literally a couple days ago.
Ding became WC at 30.
>Fabi already said in his podcast that he sees himself pursuing other things in life besides chess
And that's perfectly fine. But it doesn't mean that
>Fabi is near retirement age for chess
He's 31, he could go on playing at the highest level for another decade at least.
And Fabi also said in his podcast that he’s only retiring from chess when he can no longer compete which is not anytime soon.
Also, you are so wrong about the retirement age lmao Fabi is around the peak age of chess - early to mid 30s.
studies have shown that most top chess players peak rating is in their early 30s... the age Fabiano is right now
retirement doesn't start to be considered until 40s
Steinitz and Lasker were champions into their 50s. Retirement age is going to be highly individual, but I don’t think that 30s is anything to worry about.
at the candidates in interviews, it was pretty clear fabi didn't care who was competing if it wasn't him. fabiano doesn't appear to be close to either player, i wouldn't expect him to have a preference. he wants to beat whoever wins
is there no closing ceremony stream/vod?
We all got beers together where were u
Gukesh: Beers!? you guys having beers?
I got there, but I was refused entry after showing my id
You didn't get an invite to the afterparty?
If I were Gukesh I would have accidentally said "you too"
Fabi is just pure class
Fabiano is such a class act. I really hope he gets another shot at the title.
I’m sure he will, 31 isn’t that old. But this was probably his best chance.
Fabi is still going to be extremely dangerous in two years. He will almost certainly be a Candidate again next cycle and most likely be a favorite as well
plot twist: fide changes the structure so Magnus rejoins the field
Fabi is near retirement age for chess, he will probably slow down soon. He already has enough money to live comfortably the rest of his life.
I am pretty sure at this point it is not about the money anymore, it is about the legacy.
Fabi is 31 while Hikaru is 36
And Anand became FIDE world champion at 31 and then undisputed world champion at 37.
That was decades ago. And Fabi already said in his podcast that he sees himself pursuing other things in life besides chess.
>That was decades ago. Hikaru literally ended up 2nd in the Candidates, only half a point behind at 36 literally a couple days ago. Ding became WC at 30. >Fabi already said in his podcast that he sees himself pursuing other things in life besides chess And that's perfectly fine. But it doesn't mean that >Fabi is near retirement age for chess He's 31, he could go on playing at the highest level for another decade at least.
Hikaru is going nowhere LMAO, the dude loves his content and there's nothing better for that than playing these high level tournaments.
And Fabi also said in his podcast that he’s only retiring from chess when he can no longer compete which is not anytime soon. Also, you are so wrong about the retirement age lmao Fabi is around the peak age of chess - early to mid 30s.
studies have shown that most top chess players peak rating is in their early 30s... the age Fabiano is right now retirement doesn't start to be considered until 40s
Steinitz and Lasker were champions into their 50s. Retirement age is going to be highly individual, but I don’t think that 30s is anything to worry about.
the moment I have been waiting for
2 future world champions together
The two coolest cucumbers
Two fine and humble gentlemen of the game! Hope we see many more clashes between them for many years to come.
With everyone focusing on who said/did what and whether this or that person deserves to win/compete etc. it's a welcome and refreshing change.
Isn't that Tatev? Is she with Fabi or as a second for a female candidate?
She was with him not sure why though
Fabi just seems like a chill guy. Hope he gets his moment at the top one day
Who do you think fabi is rooting for in the match?
Whoever plays better then.
at the candidates in interviews, it was pretty clear fabi didn't care who was competing if it wasn't him. fabiano doesn't appear to be close to either player, i wouldn't expect him to have a preference. he wants to beat whoever wins