Wesley So vs Magnus Carlsen
Wesley So vs Magnus Carlsen: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Wesley So and Magnus Carlsen?
Wesley So's rivalry with Magnus Carlsen is highlighted by their encounters in both classical and Fischer Random formats. Their matches have often been closely contested, showcasing the highest level of chess competition.
Wesley So
Key numbers
- FIDE Rating2753 (June 2026)
- Peak Rating2822 (February 2017)
- RankingNo. 9 (June 2026)
- Peak RankingNo. 2 (March 2017)
- Total Prize Money$900,411.64
Top honours
- U.S. Chess ChampionThree-time champion
- World Fischer Random Chess ChampionInaugural champion in 2019
- Philippine Chess ChampionThree-time champion
- Gold MedalTeam and individual gold at the 42nd Chess Olympiad
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Magnus Carlsen
Key numbers
- World Championship Titles5
- World Rapid Titles6
- World Blitz Titles9
- FIDE Ratings2841 (June 2026)
- Peak Rating2882 (May 2014)
Top honours
- World Chess Champion2013 – 2023
- World Rapid Chess ChampionSix-time champion
- World Blitz Chess ChampionNine-time champion
- FIDE Freestyle Chess World ChampionReigning champion
- Highest FIDE Rating2882 (May 2014)