Former world champion Ding Liren has dropped out of the FIDE ratings list due to inactivity but says he is content with the break. After losing his title to D Gukesh, Ding is enjoying a quieter phase, playing casual online games. Reflecting on his journey, he admitted regrets about academics but remains relaxed, focusing on a less intense relationship with chess. Former world champion Ding Liren has dropped out of the FIDE ratings list due to inactivity but says he is content with the break. After losing his title to D Gukesh, Ding is enjoying a quieter phase, playing casual online games. Reflecting on his journey, he admitted regrets about academics but remains relaxed, focusing on a less intense relationship with chess.
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