Anand looks forward to his role as commentator at chess World C’ship

Viswanathan Anand. Pic/AFP

Indian chess ace Viswanathan Anand is looking forward to being at a World Championship minus the stress of competition as he prepares to don the commentator's hat for the upcoming clash between defending champion Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi of Russia.

The marquee showdown is scheduled from November 24 to December 16 in Dubai. "I think it will be fun. I have already experienced it online. I am looking forward to trying it. It will be very nice," said the five-time former world champion, who will be one of the official commentators.

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