Magnus Carlsen Retains Chess Esports World Cup Title in Paris

Grandmaster Magnus Carlsen secured his Esports World Cup title in chess on August 15, 2026, with a dominant victory over Denis Lazavik in Paris. Carlsen won both sets 3-1, concluding his run without losing a single game in the final. This victory earned him $250,000 from the event's $1.5 million chess prize fund.