In this episode, we talk with chess reporter Sverre Krogh Sundbø about the hottest headlines from the chess world recently. Get the inside scoop on the drama surrounding Hans Niemann’s withdrawal from the Freestyle Chess tournament in Paris. We also dive into Norway Chess, where Magnus Carlsen clinched the title after a nail-biting finish. Sverre is also a former professional poker player, and he shares some of his wildest stories from his time living the poker lifestyle.

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