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Carlsen and Nakamura draw blindfold exhibition at ICE Barcelona

January 21, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin Àwòrán tí AI ṣe

World number one Magnus Carlsen and number two Hikaru Nakamura played their first blindfold game at ICE Barcelona, ending in a draw after a tactical battle. The exhibition, commentated by IM Levy Rozman, featured discussions on chess's evolution and emotions. Both players showcased impressive memory and calculation under a 15-minute time control.