Daniel Naroditsky Beats Caruana: "An Amazing Euphoric Feeling"

Grandmaster Maurice Ashley talks to Daniel Naroditsky during Round 5 of the 2021 U.S. Chess Championships.
2021.10.11
USChessChamps.com

[@Andoxico]

Looks like his training with Charlie is paying off

[@Karim-ik5ij]

LMFAO

[@Sam-il3sq]

Underrated comment lmao

[@1wakuralain]

He brings the gamer mentality. Danya signs to MoistEsports when?

[@yyuyu1506]

He finally grasps the throbbing technique

[@DanielWillen]

Playing with Charlie is a blessing

[@gabe2349]

Danya is by far the most wholesome mainstream GM. It’s always great to see how genuinely happy is about the chess.

[@AN-vs5pb]

The most wholesome is Yasser by far.

[@carrottoponcrak]

I always thought he'd be such an azzhat cus of his younger pics looking fierce and his crazy games but it's so wholesome to see he plays so ruthlessly yet he does a skippity-doo around the room when he wins lol

[@wunknownbeatbox7980]

@@AN-vs5pb purity shouldn't be a competition lol but u rite

[@mbientn]

Yep. We are so lucky to live this era when having these kinds of personalities to educate us in chess. But also: imagine if Fischer or Tal could have stream in their youth. 😂

[@bradleylummus5931]

i love Damya so much

[@droidgeist]

The internet's best chess teacher, beating the second-best player in the world. You love to see it. :)

[@pato20995]

Ding is the second-best player in the world, by 15 pts.

[@divyanshsinghwal2782]

@@pato20995 the ratings only get set after oneinth or two months so Fabiana is still the number 2 rated person but his live rating is lower than dings

[@Tx66]

You know we do, Ed!

[@DerickMasai]

It's a beautiful thing to witness. Reminds me of my childhood in primary school when my class teacher won Best Teacher of the Term. Feels good to see it man

[@bhaveshdas7819]

@@divyanshsinghwal2782 ding has been the second highest player since caruana's poor performance at world cup

[@ChessPlease]

He must have watched Daniel Naroditsky's Speedrun videos to pick up some pearls of wisdom! Congrats!

[@rayfangrui]

Such a wholesome dude

[@hosiahjones]

I agree.

[@MylesMarrero]

Daniel is the one responsible for getting me to give chess a try, and he remains one of my biggest inspirations. It’s so good to see him get this win, he deserves every moment of celebration.

[@allday7450]

same

[@MylesMarrero]

@@rickellis7619 notice how I said “one of”. As in, I’ve gotten new inspirations in addition to Daniel. A little reading comprehension goes a long way.

[@atwill1999]

What a game for Danya, awesome to see him keep pushing after a rough few days

[@jobkimani3517]

I am so proud of Danya, I could cry. It's been a tough tournament so far but this makes it all worthwhile. I watch virtually every game that Danya posts on his channel. I am super happy and proud of you, Danya. Keep going, man!!!

[@DerickMasai]

Whoa. Not often I meet a fellow Kenyan, not only in the realm of chess, but a Naroditsky fan as well! How's it going man? 👋

[@jobkimani3517]

@@DerickMasai hehe its going well!! i basically learnt chess off youtube and I find danyas content to be favourable to my rating level, the other guys cater more to beginners. how are you doing??

[@DerickMasai]

@@jobkimani3517 Im great as well. Even better seeing the tournament have unpredictable outcomes like these. Very fun to watch

[@teefaka]

Thanks mom

[@JTST1234]

a true fan

[@mmgubin]

Naroditsky is awesome. Funny and nice from everything I can tell. And an amazing chess player

[@macnolds4145]

Feels so good to see a player you view mainly as a teacher/streamer do so well againt world class Super GMs. Congrats, Danya!

[@grgfrg7]

It’s amazing how the smallest edge can make that much difference at that level. To have that concentration and know when those decisive moments are is truly amazing

[@DerickMasai]

Its insane how you get to a level where you can be on move 10 and you both know if the game is headed towards a draw or just have uncoordinated pieces and you're suddenly losing. Its so brutal yet incredible to witness

[@boceksiadam]

These guys plays these time abundant formats and they aren't lazy either. They just think and think. This process eliminates almost all the human error from the game. Chess is complex but it isn't that complex. And thus lots of draws and stale games even with players trying to keep pieces on board.

[@EclecticSceptic]

One of the most genuinely adored GMs in the world.

[@devikamishra8881]

Was rooting for Danya throughout. Great win and huge congratulations

[@RBC2_]

Daniel is a really good teacher as well.

[@slyerfox9060]

Danya has something special about him for sure. He's like the bigger brother I never had.

[@seanmoran8844]

"I'm the guy who calls the cops at the party when everybody's having a good time" XDXDXDXD Danya is hilarious

[@MrBamshy]

It'll be great to see the super GMs tested against lower rated players in more major tournaments. Super GMs playing each other needs to be measured. Great job Danya and hope Fabiano bounces back much stronger!

[@yzfool6639]

Absolutely, although it disadvantages Super GMs who play for draws with black. Which is a feature, not a bug in my opinion.

[@ryanamburgy2791]

@@yzfool6639 Fabi was white against Danya here

[@joelciantar347]

If it's rated the super GM would lose way more points then they receive for a win

[@DerickMasai]

@@joelciantar347 But isn't this to be expected? They do have the title "super" for a reason so the rating loss is more than logical is if they lose.

[@Meme-zr4uz]

@@DerickMasai if the rating difference is large enough, even if the super gm wins they would still lose a bit of rating. (nvm I'm dumb they lose rating when it's a draw not when they win)

[@TheIceyeddy]

It's amazing how good Daniel is at chess, but what's more amazing is that he's not even in the Top 100 chess players.

[@conradnal8934]

Yeah not even top 150. Still a beast

[@ryanamburgy2791]

Not being top 100 and beating the worlds second is one hella accomplishment t

[@drbrain4483]

thats how you know that magnus solved chess just kidding

[@SCORP1ONF1RE]

yeah, he's far better than his rating would suggest

[@jonathanlovelace521]

I haven't been able to confirm this, but I recall that he used to be in the top 100, but fell out when he started devoting less time to tournament chess? Well, probably a lot of GMs in the 100 to 500 range are like that - they could be inside the top 100 if they devoted themselves to tournament chess more or less full time, but that's just not the best career move for them, so they don't. And probably a lot of people from 20-100 could easily fall out of the top 100 if they spent less time playing tournaments and more time teaching or making content or whatever, but for whatever reason - they're still dreaming of getting to the top, they have family money or generous support from their federation, or they're the top player in their country - they don't.

[@wchambers3849]

When he joked he beat Magnus 5 or 6 times, that was hilarious!!! 😂

[@jeffrey5602]

Such a likeable down to earth GM that is also an excellent teacher. Best of luck in the upcoming games!

[@the_bottomfragger]

What an awesome throbbing victory by one of my favorite players and personalities in chess.

[@trialaccount2091]

Danny is our guy! We love you and your wholesomeness!

[@masterbeernuts9344]

Wow wow wow. Excellent breakdown - and what a game!

[@dlpheonix]

Its nice to see his streaming experience help him handle these interviews. Great person great player.

[@rafaeltavarez4025]

Congratulations on the win, Danya. Very impressive.

[@MrSupernova111]

The man of the hour! Congrats on your win Daniel and welcome back from the abyss!

[@cliffordino]

Congrats, Danya! You're an amazing teacher, as well. I love your "speed runs". Best wishes!

[@stephenbyers4648]

Danya deserves everything good the world has to offer and more 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 such a wholesome and inspiring beacon of the chess community

[@ollivier75]

he has the best personality of the chess world, happy to see him win

[@GoodkindASMR]

Congratulations, Daniel! You are amazing!

[@akeuner]

He looks so tired. That's how true happiness of big accomplishment looks like.

[@SteveMeek]

Well done Danye, great player, great teacher and a modest guy. Well deserved scalps and many more to come....

[@deeeeeeps]

Great personality especially for a chess player

[@wisebluehillwarrior6411]

This comment made me chuckle

[@xthesayuri5756]

You never watched his streams huh? LUL

[@krabmane1304]

Totally deserves it, what an amazing teacher and player.

[@AcademiaRocketLeague]

GGs danya! Great game! Hope to see your analysis on your channel! Take care.

[@PounceKW]

I AM SO HAPPY FOR HIM

[@clintoruss153]

Really Smooth interview by Maurice

[@eldoreschess2428]

This guy went to uni, streamer and coach. He definetly could be +2700 if he wanted to.

[@shahin9820]

Best comment

[@Al.2]

He is 3000 to me :).

[@hosiahjones]

I like Daniel Naroditsky a lot, but slow down, he's not close to 2700. Not even 40 players in the world are 2700. By definition, Danya at 2623 is closer to 2550 than 2700. You can compliment Danya without overextending toward achievements that are not quite possible. [Footnote: To Naroditsky, if you are reading this, your GOAL should absolutely be 2700. It's a reasonable goal. Set your goals high. Piece coordination is your main overall weakness (as it is with most attacking-style players), solve this and anything is possible.]

[@Al.2]

@@hosiahjones He's a star. He's way beyond that kind of goal. ;)

[@MrSupernova111]

Doesn't work like that. Its not just about effort.

[@MatteoGariglio]

Congrats Daniel. Wish you all the best!

[@kent2955]

The way he's talking makes me feel like I'm watching one of his speed running videos

[@alexgonzaga7855]

Beautiful lines 👏👏👏

[@danielking1530]

Congrats Danya!!

[@FredPlanatia]

Awesome Danya! and great description of your thought process (as per usual 😀)

[@polymathematics_]

Huge congrats Danya!

[@BironClark]

Congrats! Well deserved

[@jagerofwands]

We're so proud of you Danya!

[@shhiknopfler3912]

Congratulations!

[@ryanboyd4770]

Congratulations Danya

[@TonyFalcon76]

the best chess interview of all time, this guy is really funny and clever.

[@mutigaben2038]

He is the greatest Teacher in America

[@Mikesullin]

Good for Daniel, he deserves the win!!

[@keliaXV]

I'm so so happy for him!

[@aldocoin]

So happy for you

[@grahamcox7855]

so happy to c danny competing

[@otterhead10]

So happy for Daniel.

[@deepskywest3633]

Congrats!

[@VladBatrinu]

Danya is such an awesome guy!

[@fellowjelte]

Very impressive lines of thought

[@massimoseveri3600]

Congrats Danya!

[@ryanamburgy2791]

Moves 30 through 40 were the key part of the game, from Qb3, to the c5-Nc4 idea, to the weakening of the b2 pawn, to getting a strategically winning position right as the time control was reached

[@Martin-qb2mw]

Grats Danya!

[@stolenshortsword]

beating world #2 must feel incredible. has the status of nakamura where he accomplishes great things whilst being a content creator/having prowess in online chess.

[@nicolasrios1231]

World #3*.

[@nicolasrios1231]

@@george8192 that's Ding Liren (2799) Caruana got down to 2784.

[@grtrt_thnc9654]

@@nicolasrios1231 When danya beat fabi ,he was at 2800 so no.2 2784 was post r6 after loss against sevian

[@nicolasrios1231]

@@DaveReithmiller1983 yes, my first comment was wrong, the second wasn"t though. Thanks for thr correction.

[@kinjakahn]

Good for you Danya.

[@louisvuittondonvg9040]

I LOVE THIS GUY

[@11ish61]

I'm very happy for Daniel

[@jangronwald40]

I am so happy for Danya.

[@jules7168]

Amazing guy!

[@vivekdahiya9297]

Really happy for Danya

[@AustinNagy]

This dude has a great sense of humor

[@HakunaMatataAquatics]

Well done

[@NidusFormicarum]

My two favourite chess KZbiners: Daniel and Daniel!

[@johnnyd.j.6068]

love to see it

[@seulebrg]

GG Danya - such a likeable person:) aspera ad astra

[@Nicks721]

What does aspera as astra means?? Looks like Latin

[@gghelis]

@@Nicks721 Per aspera ad astra, through the thorns to the stars.

[@DougBartonLHS]

Very impressive

[@Goobrino]

One of the best chess teachers online.

[@pommedeterre1881]

DANYAAAAAAAAAAAA LETS GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

[@calebfudrums]

YESSS DANYA

[@mightbefire]

Nice win. Congrats to him. With confidence he could move way up in classical.

[@LuisLamadridT]

dayuuum gurl

[@sravanparakala9653]

“The king fianchettos” Why is he so effortlessly funny

[@scottbishop2532]

Narod grats, keep playing like Tal, your fans love it haha

[@S0CD0C]

Crazy how consistency is what separates the elite from the rest of the pack. Danya is getting close though.

[@alexanderlea2293]

I love Danya

[@JPals-gt4mp]

Danya 🔥

[@ryanamburgy2791]

let’s GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

[@animantus4293]

Danya is the most wholesome figure in the chess world

[@unofficialnotmember8253]

Yes

[@sdaiwepm]

This morning Standford gets a Nobel Prize, and now this!

[@tristancampbell9174]

"this guy should be banned or something" - Alireza Firouzja

[@PirateZ1]

Go Danya!

[@Shalom589]

😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀 daniel well done good luck to the teacher on youtube!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 I learned a lot from you and Eric Rosen

[@lukacalov1988]

Didnt know Pete Sampras plays chess

[@T1J]

lets gooo danya

[@joshuamitchell5530]

Let’s go danyaaaaa

[@thor3203]

great calculation

[@ethan073]

♥♥♥NICE WIN DANYA!!

[@drumcircler]

Danya is slick, amiable, and talented.

[@amviciouso]

Danya is just best chess teacher out there. He knows his audience, and tackle every detail.

[@dhruvyadav7715]

levy?

[@amviciouso]

@@dhruvyadav7715 Danya* is. More details.

[@dhruvyadav7715]

@@amviciouso who is dana

[@amviciouso]

@@dhruvyadav7715 Danya

[@amviciouso]

@@dhruvyadav7715 Daniel Naroditsky is known as Danya.

[@lastman6507]

He is the only GM who loves chess the most

[@Jargonaught]

Everyone is saying wholesome but I think it's him being genuinely positive and kind. Wholesome would make sense if he didn't include his "change my pants" comment which was hilarious