Can Nepo Defeat Carlsen And Become World Champion?

Now, I'm not a huge fan of major OTB chess tournaments such as FIDE tournaments and Grand Swiss etc.

That changed.

I was reading the news one fine day a couple of days ago. And guess what the news raves on about?

See, at once I browsed and saw that indeed, Magnus' supremacy was up for grabs. 

Ian Nepomniachtchi, one of my favourite chess players, had to seize the opportunity .

I'm rooting for Nepo, he is one of my favourites, and plays aggressively and could be the next world champion.

Or not?

Analysis shows stats are favouring Carlsen but at the time of publishing of this blog, Nepo is playing white in the first game.

When Carlsen was at his best a few years ago, I would have laughed away any jokes on a challenge to his throne of World Champion. I mean; he's the most well-known chess player in the world...right?

Carlsen became more famous after taking the world champion title, so can Nepo be a household name if he wins?

Before I end this blog, I'd like to share this video I found by @agadmator, a popular chess YouTuber on the rivalry!

Let me know in the comments who you're supporting! #TeamNepo