Magnus already making excuses in case he loses. If he wins, it's impressive because he had to overcome the food poisoning. If he loses, it's not because Pragg outplayed him, it's the food poisoning that gave Pragg an advantage.
In fighting games we call this an option-select. 🤣
He is clearly not looking well in this interview. Something did not sit well with him. Whether it's food poisoning or just something his body didn't like, he is clearly not feeling well. Yet he manages to play what he calls "common sense moves" at near 99% accuracy. I can only dream to be able to play as well as sick Magnus /s
Hikaru also complained about food poisoning and he said Wesley also seemed off… idk if they are all in the same Hotel or something, but this seems very weird
GOAT MC reminds me in terms of dominance with this gentleman from the game of draughts: "Marion Tinsley (February 3, 1927–April 3, 1995) is considered the greatest checkers player who ever lived. He was world champion from 1955–1958 and 1975–1991. Tinsley never lost a World Championship match, and lost only seven games (two of them to the Chinook computer program) in his entire 45 year career."
You know, food poisoning or not, a draw with black is a good result. I think Magnus has good chances of pressuring tomorrow. We’ll see how it goes. I’m sort of expecting a draw, because both players seem to be in form. If it goes into tiebreaks, I think Magnus is really only a slight favorite. Praggnanandhaa is a very good player and among the best in the world in rapid. At this point, I really think it could go either way.
Magnus rules but I've seen he kind of likes to let people know about "the reasons" why he didn't play better… like, everyone can say that dude, grab your balls.
I've had to play in a tournament after a food poisoning incident and I didn't play up to par for days after. I can understand what Magnus is dealing with.
Next time in Italy, so he can steer clear of food poisoning.
Food poisoning is easys to deal with. Just ask ChatGPT, man. Someone on Magnus's team dropped the ball.
Yo, there's some serious diarrhea going around. I had it for 10 days. I wouldn't assume it's food poisoning if it's not gone yet.
Home cooking 🤨
Magnus already making excuses in case he loses. If he wins, it's impressive because he had to overcome the food poisoning. If he loses, it's not because Pragg outplayed him, it's the food poisoning that gave Pragg an advantage.
In fighting games we call this an option-select. 🤣
Sick lion is not a sheep, it is still a lion.
damn he is barly able to stand
Magnus getting Kolkata flashbacks 😭😭
Magnus went to an indian restaurant
I can't really decide the 2nd best chess player is drunk magnus or food poisoned magnus
Vidit gave him that famous Doodh Cola xD
Didn't have energy to be nervous 😂😂😂. GOAT.
Never heard him say this in any of the previous interviews….
The food poisoning speaks for itself.
he really looks like food-poisoning, all yellow in its face.
He is clearly not looking well in this interview. Something did not sit well with him. Whether it's food poisoning or just something his body didn't like, he is clearly not feeling well. Yet he manages to play what he calls "common sense moves" at near 99% accuracy. I can only dream to be able to play as well as sick Magnus /s
I just want Magnus to win his first world cup!
the Chess version of the FLU game — GOAT
His common sense moves are best moves ever possible in those situations. 😂
He looks really beaten up. Hopefully he can regain some energy for tomorrow.
Tournament in Azerbaijan, magnus knocks out the last player from azerbaijan, then gets food poisoning? curious 🤔
Carlson: I tried to sort of play common sense moves.
Hikaru also complained about food poisoning and he said Wesley also seemed off… idk if they are all in the same Hotel or something, but this seems very weird
He definitely sounds like he’s sick. Hope Magnus feels better soon.
He loves to do the interviews. More and more everyday 😁
I guess food poisoning doesn't help..
at this point it's a fight between two wounded war heroes.
I have never lost to a healthy player.
Common experience of grandmasters.
Magnus is outta this world
His flu game
GOAT MC reminds me in terms of dominance with this gentleman from the game of draughts: "Marion Tinsley (February 3, 1927–April 3, 1995) is considered the greatest checkers player who ever lived. He was world champion from 1955–1958 and 1975–1991. Tinsley never lost a World Championship match, and lost only seven games (two of them to the Chinook computer program) in his entire 45 year career."
I’m sure pragg wants him to be 100% for the matches. That has to suck for both of them.
Kata Kamsky! For you old timers who understand the reference give me a thumbs up.
Flu game Magnus
Tes ki yaa!!
Time to carry a personal chef in team,,,,,
You know, food poisoning or not, a draw with black is a good result. I think Magnus has good chances of pressuring tomorrow. We’ll see how it goes. I’m sort of expecting a draw, because both players seem to be in form. If it goes into tiebreaks, I think Magnus is really only a slight favorite. Praggnanandhaa is a very good player and among the best in the world in rapid. At this point, I really think it could go either way.
Flu game
Best of Luck both Magnus and Pragya. Both are excellently playing.
Amazing! Magnus. Not bad for a zombie. Hopefully he recovers quickly.
If drunk magnus destroys most GMs sick magnus is a walk in the park !
$100 says Praggnanandhaa is going to win the match. I have a theory.
Magnus rules but I've seen he kind of likes to let people know about "the reasons" why he didn't play better… like, everyone can say that dude, grab your balls.
Nakamura poisoned him.
Get well soon Magnus! Wish you a lot of health and a quick recovery 💙
Magnus’s flu game
damn the indians really trying to take Magnus out. jk
he is not feeling well.
I've had to play in a tournament after a food poisoning incident and I didn't play up to par for days after. I can understand what Magnus is dealing with.
Magnus is doing the Michael Jordan flu game in chess, GOAT things
I've had food poisoning, it really knocks you about.
Poor guy, he has done amazing to even get to the board.
Hope he can get a good rest overnight.
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