Chess only appeals to quite a small minority. It does not have the cachet of a mainstream popular sport.
Magnus CarlsenI learnt an enormous amount, but there came a point where I found there was too much stress. It was no fun any more. Outside of the chessboard I avoid conflict, so I thought this wasn't worth it.
Magnus CarlsenThere are certainly loads of players that I admire; I try to learn from all of the great masters both of the past and contemporary as well.
Magnus Carlsen