how did Magnus Carlsen become the world champion?
Magnus Carlsen became the World Chess Champion in 2013 by defeating the reigning champion, Viswanathan Anand, in a match held in Chennai, India. Carlsen won the match with a final score of 6½–3½, securing the title after 10 games. His path to the championship included winning the 2013 Candidates Tournament, which earned him the right to challenge Anand.
- Challenging for the title: In 2013, Carlsen won the Candidates Tournament in London, which allowed him to challenge the reigning champion, Viswanathan Anand.
- Winning the championship match: Carlsen played against Anand in Chennai, India, from November 7 to 25, 2013.
- Final score: He won the match 6½–3½, winning three games and drawing seven.
- Becoming champion: This victory made him the 16th undisputed World Chess Champion, a title he held for nearly a decade.
