Does Magnus Carlsen REALLY Know Hikaru Nakamura?

We sat down with Magnus Carlsen to figure out if he REALLY knows about his rival Hikaru Nakamura.
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[@chess]

Watch the CCT Finals with Magnus and Hikaru starting at 11 AM ET today!

[@FLXNANDOGAMING]

Aight

[@pedropepe90908]

you mean 12 AM ET right?

[@rikus6201]

okay blud

[@zdrmlpzdrmlp2]

Give link bruh

[@jriv-vp9pr]

​x P.mmm ok

[@ali_calintaa]

Petition for Hikaru and Magnus interviewing each other!!

[@rsr22.3]

That’s what every chess match between them is about ;)

[@advaitphadke2283]

Just like cricket where Virat and Smith did it

[@kauevaz2090]

It would be epic!

[@damond.p7100]

Petition for them to give each other a hug

[@confusedindividual]

They’d spend the entire interview reviewing games.

[@sportschad]

Not even 20 seconds into the video, Magnus's first answer is straight up savagery.

[@onowahoo]

5:19 is even more savage...

[@Drewpost19]

@@onowahoo😂you ain’t lyin

[@Itwasalwaysme_Noone]

His first answer is "sure"

[@rogermoore3991]

Magnus knows just how beautiful he is. Man of culture and confidence

[@rep.dancrenshawtx-2688]

I love how he calculated Hikaru's birthday using Anand's birthday as a reference point.

[@le6637]

Magnus premoved Hikaru's birthday

[@gangshivam]

Vishy's born on the 11th though, tomorrow that is.

[@delayedcreator4783]

@@gangshivam he will be born tomorrow?

[@toara]

​@@delayedcreator4783bruh 😂

[@kawumaderrick6952]

"Because they couldn't get me!" Very savage with his honest replies, this guy!😂

[@Em4gdn1m]

haha he's the best at those just sick, sick, truth burns. Reminds me of the one with Caruana

[@tanjiroushirogane690]

​@@Em4gdn1mwhat was that one about

[@robertocosta7092]

Hahahahahaha. Absolutely savage.

[@kawumaderrick6952]

@@tanjiroushirogane690 In an interview with Caruana, Magnus is asked who he'd want to win the tournament they are playing. His reply? Along the lines of: "I'd say Caruana, because he'd never won it before." Caruana defends himself with a roast too "In my defence, I've won tournaments in which Carlsen is participating." Funny thing is, Magnus wasn't even roasting my guy. He was stating facts.

[@omarelsabagh9084]

This was actually rude and embarrassing to Hikaru

[@DDP-Gaming]

They released this on Hikaru's birthday and the "How well does Hikaru know Magnus" on Magnus' Birthday

[@maaartinkovar]

Good observation

[@romanvalkovic3864]

both of these interviews were done for the MATCH that didnt happen and they are releasing it now

[@mariemjlassi723]

And hikaru gets "because they didn't not get me" as a gift.. sadge man

[@goodprince5327]

Interesting...

[@tor13128]

@@mariemjlassi723 But at least Hikaru got the "I have the book that he's authored."

[@charl99ie]

I find it endlessly funny how Hikaru was super well put together in his interview, with a nice shirt and everything, and Magnus looks like he just rolled out of bed in his shorts.

[@Brazz27]

Thats how they roll most of the time tbf.

[@elidrissii]

Sigma grindset.

[@kaliyoagho4590]

​@@elidrissii You guys😅😅😂😂😂

[@geir-arneroos845]

Looks like to or from exercise, but yeah :p

[@inemanja]

​@@elidrissii"sigma"... You sir may be The First person that used that word correctly in YT comments. You really made my day. Restored my faith in humanity. Thank you! I'm seeing kid using it *Every Single Day*, without knowing the meaning of the word. (Kids are using it instead of alpha. They are absolutely clueless about the difference between alpha and sigma)

[@prakritishobha6734]

Hikaru was definitely asked better questions than what they asked magnus

[@BakedNConfused]

Sure, but the questions were cringe .

[@steelsteez6118]

​@@BakedNConfuseddefinitely true...like the stupid pog champs questions

[@dakid2323]

I had never seen Magnus so shocked...He was like "Why would you think I know this?"

[@Sparta-hg1pl]

"They got him because they couldn't get me" Magnus on Hikaru appearing in the show Billions, Savage

[@stianaandal1488]

😂

[@user-ee1lo1il3f]

lol magnus is genuinely pissed when he gets one wrong. the competitiveness even in a naka quiz lool

[@captainp.2721]

Most people would rather win than to lose. But the ego of a world champion has to be extremely up there. To be world champion your brain has to be wired differently. That means you are competitive in everything, you take everything as a challenge and ofc losing in anything is not an option as your brain is wired to winning only.

[@TheBatracho]

Dude shows up in shorts and give absolutely savage answers. What a legend

[@rsr22.3]

I like Magnus spelling out his thoughts - gives some insight into his very logical process of figuring things out

[@mathiashaha]

Hé says let me see instead of let me think, that’s a photographic memory right there

[@mathisg.8393]

​@@mathiashahayeah no you're over analyzing lmfao that's just a saying and in many languages

[@mathiashaha]

@@mathisg.8393 haha well he’s obviously looking at it, and seeing it. So it works still. Even if it’s not on purpose

[@mathisg.8393]

@@mathiashaha Yeah yeah I mean he obviously has an insane photographic memory indeed

[@csparkle]

​@@mathiashaha Photographic memory doesn't exist, ask any scientist or memory athlete

[@bt82]

lol “they only had Hikaru because they couldn’t get me”

[@tengdayz2]

Those questions looked like they made him think harder than he has to winning against most gms.

[@tanjiroushirogane690]

For real.. those were pretty damn good q

[@l.ongman]

0:27 when Magnus pretends he doesn't know the birthday by heart.

[@robertocosta7092]

This guy’s memory is absolutely insane. How is that even possible.

[@anosikelight3084]

we asked and they delivered

[@sudiprizal]

Interviews were supposedly for promotion of Hikaru vs Magnus classical chess money event that didn't happened.

[@ayeboileeabundance1480]

Hikaru must cry tears of joy when he sees this😂

[@stianaandal1488]

«They only got Hikaru because they couldnt get me»

[@thenamelessking375]

His memory is insane definitely a blessed person

[@JimmyBoosterCrate]

Yup, he is a genius and handsome to boot. Bro was born on god mode.

[@mke344]

He's a human computer

[@ZombieLincoln666]

@@JimmyBoosterCratehe’s not handsome lol

[@kobil316SH]

Bro analysed his birthday

[@Eis_]

7:15 That Victory dance never gets old. Lmao.

[@hiddencuber2250]

Magnus care about chess. So he knows everything. But Hikaru analyzes every single details. About Magnus. Cause he cares a lot about Magnus😊😊😊

[@plasmatr]

I mean, Magnus is number 1 but Hikaru is not. Everyone is aware of the world number 1, and if ure already number 1 u don't have to be aware of anybody in particular.

[@hiddencuber2250]

@@plasmatr Yeah. And I mean, Magnus doesn't analyses anyone particularly, but he just casually don't forget anything ☺️

[@konradhylton]

I hope the future remembers all that Danny has done for Chess. THIS is how you make a sport entertaining. Showcase authentic personalities, nurture rivalries and establish stakes. If Chess is to succeed it has to be more than just the game.

[@wabbajocky8235]

chess has already succeeded. it's a game that's been around for thousands of years

[@Arunpaarthi]

​@@wabbajocky8235and yet people can't make a living out of it unless they are in the top 10 in the world.

[@dimitrikorsakov2570]

Also Danny is once of the nicest people ever. Guy should be appreciated, you're right!

[@fr0stburn798]

​@@bla4979Did you even try to understand what was being said? Chess is already an entertaining game by itself but your average Joe isn't going to play it because he doesn't understand it enough to know that. That's why you lure the bastard in with shit like these entertain him enough while also educating him, then voila, he stays because he'll gradually start liking chess itself. How do you think GothamChess became famous?

[@konradhylton]

@@fr0stburn798 No need to engage with him. There's always some version of "Well I liked x before it was cool" in every group. You can't argue with a purist when change is needed.

[@aninactivist9313]

Magnus Carlsen does not skip leg day. That's what I got from this video.

[@samsabruskongen]

He plays football a lot so not really surprising.

[@executivelifehacks6747]

Almost a bit creepy

[@samsabruskongen]

@@executivelifehacks6747 What's creepy?

[@elonif4125]

@@samsabruskongen His legs, i presume, although i have no idea why that should be the case

[@softan]

It's largely genetic, he probably never does leg day except for playing football once in a while.

[@cyin974]

yooo the sequel of the bromance. Also Magnus nailing more than half is great

[@srijeetghosh7812]

Some husbands don't know that much about their wives, they know about each other.

[@ibrahim0201]

Waiting for hikaru's reaction on this 😂😆😉

[@LamechPalmer]

Geez, I sure Hikaru knows a lot about Magnus too. Helps to know your opponents well so you can wish them a happy birthday as you crush their soul.

[@FlexibleMind63]

wait a second, did he just calculate Hikaru's birthday on camera?!! LMAO

[@gaurichess]

What I learned mostly from this video: Magnus definitely trains legs

[@NaN_000]

Lol

[@mojo9291]

Hikaru's face on that Botez video was priceless. Lol. Also, Magnus's memory is clearly formidable.

[@Vortex-qb2se]

Magnus knows Hikaru better than I know my friends 💀

[@crew_the3rd]

The Bromance has been reciprocated ❤

[@ors5712]

I just finished watching Hikaru's interview wishing you would do another for Magnus on Hikaru and here it is! Hilarious!

[@depressedrrfan]

Couple goals right there

[@leshommesdupilly]

Hikaru only needs 60 seconds to mate, just like myself 😎

[@MagnusAnand]

Magnus went full samurai hair to talk about Hikaru. Very nice of him.

[@RealXD]

This guy's great. He should get interviewed and asked questions about Magnus someday.

[@SnipySnob]

Gotta keep eye drops handy Danny lol they're helpful for those morning interviews after a few drinks

[@MegaLegz]

Magnus rocking the Achilles look.

[@kost4sk176]

The video just started and Magnus chose anarchy

[@stephenogbodo1328]

Awesome stuff! Although Hikaru didn't get half points for half-right answers in his interview about Magnus!

[@DeadSezSo]

I still hope for a magnus vs hikaru match, I hope they can do it next year! They are the two biggest chess players in the world and when considering all formats, probably the 2 best chess players in the world right now

[@sharifmahabuba8556]

they’ve played many matches dude, you could start with the 3 times they faced off in the speed chess championship

[@DeadSezSo]

@@sharifmahabuba8556 and you clearly have no clue what I'm actually talking about

[@sharifmahabuba8556]

@@DeadSezSo do I need to open a dictionary to search the meaning of the word match? You said you want to see a match between Hikaru and Magnus, I’m just saying they have played so many games against each other and even had several hours long matches across all time controls. if I don’t understand what you’re talking about it’s because you were extremely vague and unclear and you have not explained yourself further at all. So do you have a different definition of match than the rest of us? Is there some certain time control you would like to see which they have not played before? I can’t read your mind and I think you are very rude

[@krisrock4589]

I think nobody has a clue what you’re talking about lol

[@subodhyakkha380]

Botez : " It's too soon Hikaru,we didn't even reached climax" ☠️☠️☠️☠️😳

[@C.Jr12]

Ayoo💀

[@priyansh1106]

Ayo

[@osgubben]

She meant «I», not «we»? 😈

[@woshdndndj2103]

those legs tho

[@theonlyarkofnoah]

It looks like Hikaru even care more about Magnus than Magnus does

[@amanuelamogne9749]

Nothing but pure respect and banter between Magnus and Hikaru...two LEGENDS of the game...at the heart of every chess drama, conspiracy, battle..., and VICTORY...!!!!...The Rivalry Of The Two Goats...

[@justinchance-squires115]

BTW, I am a massive Hikaru fan, mentioning this before I say the next part. LMFAO, I promise you bro, no one in the world other than Hardcore Hikaru fanboys like yourself think Hikaru is anywhere near the GOAT debate, unless we're talking strictly blitz chess. Since Hikaru is the only player that Rivals Magnus in any time format (blitz) and he's super popular with his stream and currently arguably number 2 in the world right now... that's why they're linked together as rivals, it's mainly for the fans. Hikaru himself has even said multiple times comparing him and Magnus in GOAT discussion makes no sense, and every fide chess player would agree. It's sad you need to try tactics like this to make it seem in any way that Magnus and Hikaru are somehow equals just because they post videos like this. "Two Goats", Hikaru would hear you say that and immediately shut you down for being a fanboy. Just say he's your favorite player next time and stop with the bias, you're part of the reason why Hikaru has so many haters. Just be happy that he's arguably second best in the world right now and be happy.

[@BigGeorgeCostanza]

In all due respect, Hikaru isn't one of the goats. And no I don't hate Hikaru. But he probably is the 2nd best player in the world ATM.

[@Abdulrahman-kq2nw]

Who hurted you?@@justinchance-squires115

[@FindTheHiddenMessage]

I love Hikaru more than anyone and have been a subscriber to his twitch for 15 months and kick since the beginning, he is nowhere near the GOAT debate. In blitz for sure, but chess overall, not even close. Keep in mind, there are other players that are just as good as him even tho I think he’s #2 or #3 depending on him and Fabi, who ever is more in form. Either way, you worded this trying to make it seem as if they’re somehow equals in strength and it’s really not even close. Again, I love Hikaru and he’s my 2nd favourite player after Wesley So, but in terms of GOAT discussion, he would barely make the top 50 in fact, I think he’s even mentioned this.

[@chrisb.heckons637]

. @justinchance-squires115 for sure. i feel its kind of with Cole and Kendrick for rap. I get that Cole is killing it this generation and all but the catalogue (album discography) and critical acclaim puts Kendrick in the GOAT debate. There's levels to it. But Chess has it objectively (fide rating). @@justinchance-squires115

[@leojaller3929]

Magnus seems so thrilled by this interview lol

[@zdrmlpzdrmlp2]

This magnus carlsen memory is insane

[@joykenn9772]

That's why he's a Chess God. A near eidetic memory

[@ddenti99]

Finally!! Waiting for this since November 30th

[@lordvoldemort1985]

loved every second of this

[@unpong01]

Borderline stalker level of knowledge

[@Thelostdreamer21]

Now we wait for hikaru being asked about magnus on magnus brithday

[@tafeahmed1432]

Thats already happened 9 days ago lol Magnus birthday is November 30th

[@Adilx779]

Couple goals right there 😂

[@angelthman1659]

Like Magnus, I also enjoy when Hikaru gets in trouble playing chess. Too funny 😂😂😂

[@FluxedState]

Glad mag got dressed for the interview

[@Fergus316]

I guess the incredible memory extends beyond Chess to birthdays and books

[@andrejbogdanov2816]

Extends to any information that ever entered his brain actually.

[@jcm86]

I’m invested in this love story.

[@SpencerCokely]

“He didn’t like the variational approach” 😂

[@AtMillaz]

The best enemy to frenemy ever tbh

[@kshitijkashyap3457]

That's why they say folks "Keep your friends close"💀

[@King.Shorts6060]

Bros calves is huge

[@ayeboileeabundance1480]

Magnus dressed like he finished some sparring work out.

[@emanuellucin]

In this video we discover how much Nakamura studied Magnus beyond chess.😂

[@executivelifehacks6747]

Magnus: I don't think about you at all

[@sillagana]

hikaru on magnus video: wears a suit magnus on hikaru video: just woke up

[@skahler]

Magnus reminding us all not to skip leg day

[@em.pee.a3704]

Magnus is everything you expect a chess player would be before you play chess

[@LawlietIsSherlocked-wp9he]

Bro knows a lot about chess players, he should start playing chess 🤔🤔

[@kashem425]

That Xqc/critical reaction kills me every time

[@syedwt]

They love each other deep down.

[@tanjiroushirogane690]

Damn, magnus know hikaru like a book.. way better than me for sure 😂

[@PabloSoza-en4in]

Magnus never knows what to do with his hair.

[@flamethrower5320]

😂😂

[@na-gi1xb]

Just get married

[@Braunty]

I love how magnus is wearing the most casual clothing imaginable

[@AsiandOOd]

one minute to mate? a book i can relate to

[@sydneysitwala]

"They got him cause they couldn't get me"

[@Pastapal.]

For hikarus interview, he wore a suit and then theres magnus with this get up lol

[@GMDHpeZ]

Damn! Cagnus Marlsen really knows Nikary Hakamura!

[@CeRz]

How is this funny, when was it ever funny and why is there always at least one person doing this in every comment section?

[@Sweet_Jelly39]

​​@@CeRzTrue, His name is Hilaru. Edit: I mean Hikana

[@O2H3]

Hikachu makaloda

[@nickpietri7884]

"Almost a bit creepy" 💀😂

[@ivo28182]

I KNEW WE WOULD GET THIS VIDEO TODAY LETS GO

[@eshaan1585]

the amount of emotions at 7:08

[@al-ibntasin202]

Well magnus has amazing memory, so even it he seen the information once or twice he'll remember it.

[@tekh_ops7855]

Magnus really does love Hikaru. Best Couple GMs

[@kaa4481]

Why do they always test his memory like that lol

[@zawsy5539]

" bc they couldn't get me " is crazy

[@dilzhanalshahi]

"Figuering out the math on that" interesting what youve got to say danny 😂

[@julbor9002]

they got him because they couldnt get me haha

[@masaboih]

Check out those calves! Magnus in shape outside of the board as well!

[@danielonline7181]

Danny not playing and still got - point!!

[@G1stGBless]

Hikaru has to go for 0/11. Act like he barely heard of him the entire time. No character break

[@codyjackh8051]

The love really is mutual

[@Hello-cq6re]

The GOAT

[@NihalTauroOfficial]

We all know they are secretly best friends

[@crmags]

Magnus always looks like he can't be bothered with the interview.

[@whynot_2002]

6:26 watch it!!!!!!

[@Kurda111]

He calculates all the answers 😅

[@whitewolf1610]

Hikaru in Magnus's quiz: fully dressed. Magnus in Hikaru's quiz: shorts go brrrrrr 😂

[@emanuellucin]

This question were so hard, hikaru it's a streamer so he stay a lot time in social media

[@Jekk75]

They are each other biggest fan in their own way