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Chess Grandmaster Magnus Carlsen is reportedly joining Team Liquid ahead of the game’s induction into the EWC in 2025.

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14 players will compete in the Masters category and as many players will be in action in the Challengers category. Top chess players from around the globe will grace the two-week-long event.