'I laughed for 10 minutes': D Gukesh reacts to viral Magnus Carlsen meme at Norway Chess
D Gukesh stunned Magnus Carlsen in Round 6 of the Norway Chess tournament.
A viral moment from the Norway Chess 2025 tournament has taken social media by storm after World Chess Champion
Magnus Carlsen
's frustrated reaction to losing against 19-year-old Indian prodigy D.
Gukesh. Carlsen slammed the table following his defeat before composing himself to shake hands with his opponent, sparking widespread reactions and memes across social media platforms.
The incident occurred during a crucial match between the two grandmasters at the prestigious Norway Chess tournament. The single moment of Carlsen's emotional outburst has generated significant attention online, drawing both criticism and creative responses from chess enthusiasts and social media users.
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Gukesh has since addressed the viral moment and the subsequent meme trend in multiple interviews. The young chess player has shown a positive attitude toward the situation, even sharing his amusement at the creative interpretations of the incident.
"The memes are actually very funny," Gukesh stated, specifically mentioning his favorite one featuring a cat. "I laughed at it for like 10 minutes," he added, referring to a meme where a cat jumps on a table in response to Carlsen's slam.
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During an interview with ChessBase India, Gukesh was seen enjoying various memes created around the incident. The social media response has been overwhelming, with fans actively participating in the trend and sharing their reactions.
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In a separate interview with Take Take Take, Gukesh reflected on how the incident has contributed to chess's broader appeal. "It's not only about the moves; some people get attracted to the emotions, and all the memes and stuff really help.
I'm glad I could contribute," he stated.
The incident has highlighted how social media can transform a single moment in professional chess into a widely shared cultural phenomenon. The meme trend has brought additional attention to the sport, engaging both chess enthusiasts and casual observers.
The viral moment has demonstrated the evolving nature of chess coverage in the digital age, where professional matches can generate significant social media engagement through unexpected moments of human emotion.
The episode has also showcased the contrasting reactions between the two players involved, with Gukesh's good-humored response to the incident and subsequent memes adding another dimension to the story's viral spread.
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