Why is a Draw Declared In WC Going On Right Now?

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BlackLionOrangutnKid

Today, when Karjakin's time was less than 3 mins from expiring, and Carlsen had maybe 10 mins, they declared a draw.   Why didn't Carlsen let Sergey's time run out for a win??  (they were equal in pieces)

ProphetoftheLord

BlackLionOrangutnKid wrote:

Today, when Karjakin's time was less than 3 mins from expiring, and Carlsen had maybe 10 mins, they declared a draw.   Why didn't Carlsen let Sergey's time run out for a win??  (they were equal in pieces)

Because this setup is operated by AGON(Y) and the whole match is riddled with greed,bad press(even one of my Chess classes asked me "Why did Magnus throw his arms up in the air and storm out of the press area after waiting on live feed after a loss for his opponent to come in?".

BlackLionOrangutnKid

But why would Carlsen not let opponent's time run out?   I don't believe they should settle the world championship based on short time games, but if that's the case, then why wouldn't Carlsen go ahead and win like that?    Congrats to him on his win any way.