New Delhi, May 31: The Global Chess League (GCL) is almost around the corner and they have recently announced the signing of former five-time world champion and current world Rapid Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen as one of the icon players. Carlsen who is widely regarded as the greatest chess player of the current generation will be in action during the inaugural edition of the league to be held from June 21 - July 2, 2023, at the Dubai Chess & Culture Club in association with the Dubai Sports Council.