What Is the Bongcloud Opening? Magnus Carlsen Plays Meme Chess Move Against Hikaru Nakamura
On 3/16/21 at 7:10 AM EDT
An unorthodox chess move known as the Bongcloud has surged in popularity after reigning world chess champion Magnus Carlsen used it in a competitive match on March 15, amusing spectators and his opponent.
The match in question featured Carlsen versus American grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura as part of the 2021 Magnus Carlsen Invitational tournament. Nakamura has played a part in popularizing the move himself and has also used it in professional games.
The Bongcloud has become known as something of a meme in chess circles because it immediately places the player who uses it at a disadvantage from the beginning. It is known as an opening because it is the first move a player makes.
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