ECCC 2023: Carlsen, Anand, Rapport, and MVL sit out R1

In the opening round of the 2023 European Club Cup, the top teams in both sections effortlessly defeated lower-rated opponents. In the open section though, Magnus Carlsen, Vishy Anand, Richard Rapport, Shakhriyar Mamedyarov and Maxime Vachier-Lagrave decided to sit out.

Richard Rapport vs Magnus Carlsen

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ECCC 2023: Carlsen, Anand, Rapport, and MVL sit out R1

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