Archive · 16 Jun 2025
Harikrishna Mimics Carlsen's Fist Smash, Turning Loss Into Meme
After Magnus Carlsen's upset loss, his reaction of smashing his fist on the table became a big joke online.
Chess players have begun copying this, including Pentala Harikrishna, who did it in an interview.
It has become a fun way for chess players to show they understand what happened and make others laugh.
It's a way of celebrating a dramatic moment in chess.
Pentala Harikrishna mimicked Magnus Carlsen's fist smash after a recent loss.
Carlsen's gesture has become a viral meme.
Harikrishna's mimicry occurred during an interview with FIDE.
Anish Giri also made the gesture at a previous championship.
Harikrishna's team voted him the best jokester.
- Who
- Pentala Harikrishna and Magnus Carlsen.
- What
- Pentala Harikrishna mimicked Magnus Carlsen's fist smash.
- When
- Recently, after Norway Chess tournament.
- Where
- During an interview with FIDE.
- Why
- To humorously reference Carlsen's reaction to a loss.
Humor in Chess
Chess Culture
Reaction
Humor in Chess
Carlsen's loss and reaction were a memorable moment.
Chess Culture
The moment has been embraced with humor.
- Players Mentioned
- Pentala Harikrishna, Magnus Carlsen, Anish Giri, D Gukesh
- Event Referenced
- Norway Chess tournament
- Gesture Mimicked
- Fist smash on table
- Mimicry Context
- FIDE interview