

The Untold Stories of Carlsen & Kramnik | GM Laurent Fressinet on ChessMood Podcast
From reaching a 2700 rating and being among the world’s top 20 players, to helping both Vladimir Kramnik and Magnus Carlsen in World Championship matches… From classic board preparation to modern engine work — our guest is GM Laurent Fressinet.
In this honest conversation with GM Avetik, he opens up about:
– Working with legends like Kramnik and Carlsen
– The emotional and mental challenges of elite chess
– Insightful stories from the World Championship matches
– Why he stopped chasing 2700 and embraced coaching
– The evolution of chess: Why modern chess is all about speed
– Honest thoughts on Chess960, team leadership, and Magnus’ mindset
This episode is full of behind-the-scenes moments and takeaways from someone who’s lived every phase of a chess career.
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