Magnus Carlsen won his seventh World Blitz title in the 2023 World Blitz Chess Championships, marking his 17th World Crown. Valentina Gunina claimed her second Blitz title in the Women's tournament. Carlsen finished with 16 points, while Gunina dominated with 14 points. The awards ceremony was held at the prestigious Silk Road Samarkand hotel complex, and Carlsen received both championship cups. Indians faltered in the big matches, with Arjun Erigaisi and Nihal Sarin losing their lead and ending in 7th and 43rd place, respectively.