Why Hikaru Nakamura Threw D. Gukesh’s Chess King Into the Crowd During ‘Checkmate: USA vs India
A surprising moment stole the spotlight at the exhibition event Checkmate: USA vs India at Esports Stadium Arlington when Hikaru Nakamura threw D Gukesh ’s king into the crowd after clinching a checkmate. As the 37-year-old rounded off Team USA’s 5-0 victory, Nakamura celebrated wildly, pumping his fist and sending the king flying toward the fans. Gukesh, meanwhile, wore a sheepish smile as he watched the dramatic moment unfold.
The move sparked strong reactions online, as tossing the king into the crowd is highly unconventional in chess. Fans drew parallels to Magnus Carlsen smashing his fist after losing to Gukesh at Norway Chess, showing that chess celebrations rarely get this theatrical.
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The move sparked strong reactions online, as tossing the king into the crowd is highly unconventional in chess. Fans drew parallels to Magnus Carlsen smashing his fist after losing to Gukesh at Norway Chess, showing that chess celebrations rarely get this theatrical.
Watch The Video Here:
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