IM Sebastian Mihajlov interviews my father, Henrik Carlsen, with questions asked by the fans.
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Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro
01:23 – Magnus’ stunning knowledge as a kid
04:24 – Chess potential
06:28 – When did Magnus’ skills surpass yours?
08:00 – Last victory against Magnus
09:35 – Magnus’ Competitive Instinct
12:00 – When did you realize that “sky was the limit?”
15:23 – Was kid Magnus just as funny?
17:29 – Did Magnus have an immediate talent for chess?
19:35 – Non-chess interests as a kid
20:50 – Banter with Anish Giri
21:50 – A story from Magnus’ childhood
24:05 – Did you make Magnus study chess?
26:37 – Combining chess & family time
28:15 – What would Magnus do if he didn’t pursue chess?
29:40 – Are you more proud of Magnus than your other kids?
32:55 – How does it feel to be the father of a World Champion?
34:45 – Did your chess style influence Magnus?
35:25 – Would you beat Magnus in a fight 30-years ago?
35:58 – Are you better than Magnus in any sports?
36:34 – Restricting video games time
37:24 – Which candy flavor would Magnus be?
37:58 – Magnus’ music taste
38:20 – Magnus’ taste in movies
38:38 – Play Henrik now available in the Play Magnus app!
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