Archive · 11 Jun 2025
Gukesh on Carlsen Table Slam: 'I laughed for 10 minutes'
In a chess match, Magnus Carlsen lost to D Gukesh, leading to a frustrated table slam by Carlsen.
This moment quickly became a viral sensation, inspiring many memes.
Gukesh, the match winner, found the memes amusing, especially one with a cat.
The event generated significant online engagement, with fans creating and sharing their own interpretations.
Carlsen admitted his loss stung, while Gukesh continues to achieve milestones in chess.
Magnus Carlsen's table slam after losing to D Gukesh at the FIDE Candidates Tournament has gone viral.
Gukesh, then 17, won against Carlsen in round six of the tournament.
The incident, where Carlsen slammed the table in frustration, has sparked numerous memes.
Gukesh reacted to the memes, particularly enjoying one featuring a cat.
The video of Gukesh reacting to the memes gained over 1.4 million views on Instagram.
- Who
- Magnus Carlsen and D Gukesh
- What
- Magnus Carlsen slammed a table after losing a chess match to D Gukesh, which became a meme.
- When
- During the FIDE Candidates Tournament.
- Where
- FIDE Candidates Tournament
- Why
- Carlsen was frustrated after losing the match.
Public Reaction
Internet Memes
Public Opinion
Public Reaction
Some found the incident serious
Internet Memes
Many users found the event humorous
- Event
- FIDE Candidates Tournament
- Players
- Magnus Carlsen, D Gukesh
- Gukesh's Reaction
- Found the memes amusing
- Carlsen's Reaction
- Table slam due to frustration
- Viral Reach
- 1.4 million+ views on Instagram
