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Nakamura explains why he thinks he is prime contender to Carlsen

During the live chat on reddit GM Hikaru Nakamura was asked the following:

"You've mentioned that you think you are the prime contender to challenge (and defeat) Magnus, but you haven't fared so well against him in the past. In light of this, why do you feel this confidence? What will be different in the future?"

Here's Nakamura's answer: "My main reasons for the boost in confidence is that I have had him under pressure in the last 4 games. While one would be wise to remember the past, it is important to remember that you can also change everything in the future!"

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