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November 15, 2013
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Magnus in round five, more photos at http://chennai2013.fide.com/photo-gallery/

After four draws in the World Championship match in Chennai, India Magnus Carlsen won the first decisive game in round five. 
 
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In his previous two whites, Carlsen played the less topical Reti and didn't get much. 

Carlsen also won game six, and now has a commanding 4-2 lead in the match. 

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