Hikaru Nakamura throws D. Gukesh’s chess piece at USA vs India exhibition match, fans debate sportsmanship
Chess is witnessing a surge in dramatic moments, with Magnus Carlsen's outburst and Hikaru Nakamura's king toss at a recent exhibition event sparking debate. While organizers intended the gesture for entertainment, many fans and critics, like Vladimir Kramnik, condemned it as a sign of modern chess's degradation and a lack of respect.
Chess is witnessing a surge in dramatic moments, with Magnus Carlsen's outburst and Hikaru Nakamura's king toss at a recent exhibition event sparking debate. While organizers intended the gesture for entertainment, many fans and critics, like Vladimir Kramnik, condemned it as a sign of modern chess's degradation and a lack of respect.
