How Magnus Carlsen Started Chess 🌍

Magnus Carlsen was born on November 30, 1990, in Tonsberg, Norway. His journey into chess began around the age of 5, when his father Henrik Carlsen, an engineer, introduced him to the game. At first, Magnus wasn’t particularly interested.

As a child, he had an incredible memory—he could memorize the names and flags of every country, and even recall specific car models. This sharp memory would later become a huge asset in chess.

Around the age of 8, Magnus began to take chess seriously. His father took him to local chess clubs and entered him into tournaments. Very quickly, Magnus showed extraordinary improvement. At age 13, he earned the grandmaster title, becoming one of the youngest grandmasters in history.

With his sharp mind, creativity, and fearless playing style, Carlsen rose through the ranks and eventually became World Champion. His legendary path began with the simple moves taught to him by his father