India, Dec. 21 -- Currently in action at the ongoing Global Chess League, Wesley So is enjoying his time in Mumbai. The 32-year-old had a difficult time in Goa at the recently held Chess World Cup, crashing out in the early stages of elimination. The veteran has also slipped out of the top ten in the FIDE rankings and is currently 11th in the updated standings.

Speaking exclusively to Hindustan Times, So criticised the World Cup format, and also felt that he would take a different route in the future to qualify for the Candidates. He also backed Ian Nepomniachtchi's controversial criticism of the World Cup conditions in Goa.

Yeah, for sure. I had a wonderful time here, and I would be very happy to return. I love playing team events, and...