Norwegian chess player Carlsen became world blitz champion

Carlsen scored 16.5 points in the 21st round, along with US representative Hikaru Nakamura.

For this reason, a tie-break has been scheduled. The first tie-break ended in a draw, and the second victory was won by the Norwegian grandmaster.

Carlsen had previously become the world rapid champion.

Earlier it was reported that Russian Vladimir Kramnik took third place at the World Championship in blitz.