GM Hikaru Destroys Chess Hustler In 49.4 Seconds!

[@djhart25]

Something pretty cool about seeing one of the best chess players in the world playing against someone smoking a cig outside a coffee shop on the sidewalk

[@frchip33]

Indeed

[@jdcharnell]

Right in front of the no smoking sign

[@chukwuebukaekenedili224]

😂

[@scissorhands6653]

Next to the no smoking sign kinda funny but pretty disrespectful

[@rickardedman8836]

@@scissorhands6653 Maybe "no smoking inside" who cares really no one gonna die

[@GMHikaru]

Pineapple shirt guy would've been faster.

[@arekka4440]

But not sexier

[@gingerail4605]

when do you battle with him?

[@ohnoanyway2070]

MAGNUS CARLSEN

[@nullisexquisite1371]

@@ohnoanyway2070 Carlos Magnusen

[@potsia4953]

I miss that guy, would love to see more of him

[@seansullivan6398]

All the old guys sitting around the chess board with the smokes is such a classic OG look

[@capitalgains4194]

Yea the way he was smoking i was like maaaannn this guy used to transport packs at wholesale back in the day 😂

[@NoisqueVoaProduction]

Mikhail Tal approves

[@luisavalos1521]

Morons never seen a person smoking before

[@twiss9341]

@@luisavalos1521 calm down bro

[@Miraclelnvoker]

@@luisavalos1521 It's not about that, it's about the classics in the 70's 80's or 90's when people playing chess they gonna be surrounded by smokers etc.

[@uselessDM]

These guys are holding up pretty well against a GM, very impressive.

[@josephelmer4377]

yea don must be really strong but that first guy was the nail to Hikaru's hammer lmao

[@jurjenvanderhoek316]

Well, the first player already has a losing position after 7 or 8 moves. Is that impressive?

[@rbnsWRLD]

holding up against hikaru is impressive yeah

[@josephelmer4377]

@@rbnsWRLD Hikaru could beat me with queen odds in 20 moves so yea its ridiculously impressive

[@geethuvarghese9103]

​@@jurjenvanderhoek316 He does not seem to know the basics.. Not even understanding the motive of his opponents move. Felt kinda Sad watching!

[@abdullahsubie2179]

I like Nakamura's modesty. He plays with everyone and gives them respect by playing seriously. To benefit and enjoy at the same time. With his special smile

[@abdullahsubie2179]

@theinvisibleman True, but this is during an official match and with a peer-to-peer competitor. As for these people. He treats them humbly and smiles at them. Even though they never compare to his level

[@Bobby12p]

@@abdullahsubie2179 still not excusable to be that big of a douche when you lose because he still hasn't apologized for it but continues to hide it as he gets bigger of a content creator

[@epicwolves125]

@@Bobby12p yeah

[@domtremb5650]

to the commentator above...You guys can say what you want...sometimes there are reasons to lose not gracefuly. Everyone is human and you guys criticize but are not much better

[@temporamen]

@@domtremb5650 I agree. It is reasonable to be upset if you lose, losing sucks, go figure.

[@legacyns1]

That 2nd mate by Hikaru coming down the stretch was great. I thought he was going to promote a pawn. Hikaru was like nah, no need...😂

[@PaulSchober]

Yeah he would rather that elegant bishop mate. Much cooler

[@Conflictedhots]

hyuk! hyuk!!

[@dannylaw7367]

I like this guy so much because he can laugh, play, match wits with others and seems awfully humble on top of it. Just a regular guy with very uncommon skills.

[@scottyjohnson9399]

ya, thats exactly why there needs to reperations for ppl who have LOW IQ's

[@scottyjohnson9399]

including myself

[@dannylaw7367]

@@scottyjohnson9399 Yeah that's what this society has turned into is somebody else must take care of me because I don't want to get out of bed or stop playing games on my cell phone. Low IQ's can be made stronger with some education and work. None of us have everything in life we want. I wish I was beautiful or handsome and yet I mange to work and overcome all of that. good luck to you

[@xoranginho]

hikaru humble? HAHAHAHAHHAHAHAHA

[@dannylaw7367]

@@xoranginho I admit I only know what he wants me to think as none of us really know the people we see on the net.

[@adlwilliams]

Old dude: "16 seconds, I can do this." Then starts lightning speed. I believed him when he said it! I thought he might pull it off

[@calebmhorvath]

he nearly did! very impressive, a great match to watch

[@mjnowak]

I think he thought he had a chance to win on time (doubtful) or get himself to a stalemate, trying to get in front of the pawn on the back rank is the way to do it but Hikaru put himself in position to check there. No dice. But that guy Don is quite good - did not get destroyed by any means, all things considered.

[@Jack-The-Gamer-]

@@mjnowakhe actually did have a chance to win on time. There were a few seconds where he was ahead on time at the very end, but he slipped up.

[@gabrielblain6229]

I love how everytime he says "Yeees" after giving time to guess a move in the analysis, its never the move I found lol

[@icollectstories5702]

Keep trying. On rare occasions, like today, I agree with the computer. But then I said, now what??

[@Nobody-df4is]

Yeah, it is a computer line. You don't want to play that ever. If you found Nf3 or e3 you are good.

[@sacredcow61]

thought i was the only one lol

[@Nobody-df4is]

Ow, wait. you were talking about the Don's game. I didn't even consider taking on c5 for JC's game. But that Don's game was almost an automatic to remove that Knight.

[@JB_inks]

Indeed, I find it immensely annoying actually

[@Sonn_of_Zion]

The guy is like "Congrats Don for having a missed opportunity"

[@NiklasSteenfatt]

When you technically have five minutes to use but your girlfriend's parents aren't home.

[@nickreaper6624]

What

[@jeff_07mhaya77]

Lol

[@Sam-kj9ui]

He has 1 minute tho. It's 5v1

[@cftpafan]

@@nickreaper6624 Trying to get to her house as fast as possible

[@PhilGerb93]

@@Sam-kj9ui Read his comment again and think a little harder... You'll get it eventually.

[@0xQuez]

i wish i could see/read the game this fast. i’ve (shamelessly) lost every blitz game i’ve ever played cause there’s just no way i can read the board this quick. i discovered (and fell in love with) chess pretty late at 23, but man it’s so much fun. great video!!

[@2BTO]

Late?

[@0xQuez]

@@2BTO i say late when compared to a lot of the chess community. i've seen kids play that are absolute BEASTS!

[@prof.sweatercows9187]

same, except I'm 24 and just play rarely

[@v380riMz]

Practice. This is like muscle reflection for them

[@b_ziurserolf]

I started at 27, I only play blitz 5 or 3+2, and yes, the feeling that we started too late is always present. But don't be disappointed, if you really like the game and take seriously about the theory and practice and practice you can be a very decent player.

[@albertkelly7129]

never seen these guys... seems everyones coming out of the woodwork to play tha super GM lol

[@lks9988]

Its great, more content

[@michaelmurray6577]

I would make my way to the damn park too if Hikaru is there, so what? 😂

[@skuxdelux1999]

@@michaelmurray6577 is the real Michael San ?

[@michaelmurray6577]

@@skuxdelux1999 こんにちは。私たちはお互いを知っていますか？

[@TyZi]

@@skuxdelux1999 aint no way

[@chadspalthoff5256]

Really appreciate the after game “breakdown”. Very helpful to see available options / moves etc.

[@yodasoja2011]

As an English opener, I'm always on the lookout for that bishop stab and retreat! Also, that early mid-game for an English opener. Any time a knight jumps into a center square, take the extra time to explore lines. Almost always a tactic regardless of whose knight it is

[@matasuki]

Y'all make Chess look so fun. I used to play as a kid and got swept up in video games. I forgot how fun and stimulating the game of chess can be.

[@holliswilliams8426]

I mean...I kind of prefer video games tbh. Chess is just chess.

[@4477superman]

@@holliswilliams8426 Video games can be fun but they’re overrated

[@ghosthunter0950]

@@4477superman that's like saying "board games can be fun but they're overrated" about every board game ever including chess.

[@DarkMuj]

What about chess video games

[@vanillabatcave5677]

@@holliswilliams8426 Chess is just chess just as videogames are just videogames

[@albertskoope]

It always amazing to see a Super GM demonstrates their prowess against regular people, it shows what talent with hard work could produce; just amazing.

[@oldebookandoddshop1510]

Chess hustlers are not 'regular people' many of them play at a gm level

[@owkrikki]

@@EricDMMiller how is it pointless when theyre happy with what theyre doing

[@owkrikki]

@@EricDMMiller plus also getting stacks

[@Michael-bn1oi]

@@EricDMMiller what a clown.

[@geckygeck8999]

@@EricDMMiller you’re watching KZbin right now instead of working hard. What are YOU doing?

[@christopherdelaughter1239]

im pretty stoked that your channel grew so much Hikaru drops by and you get all this great content. I've been following for over a year, thanks for the videos gang

[@danielsmith5032]

The end game by Hikaru was just beautiful. It's like muscle memory for him

[@xmistaxcashxcoll]

Yeah yeah yeah

[@birdiemcchicken1471]

Hikaru playing IRL: Just vibing with other players Hikaru playing online: Opens with H4

[@mmm6325]

Wait i didnt see Don before. He seems really good. Him against Duck would be fun to watch.

[@wesleytaylor-rendal5648]

That guy is smoking that cigarette like he's in the trenches.

[@suezuccati304]

Chess is war

[@Waagghhboy]

@@suezuccati304 ehh no definitely not. It's a pattern recognition game. No general uses or has used chess as a war game simulation or practice. Chess starts with a premise of 50/50 , equal pieces, equal value pieces and such. War is hardly ever fair or even. But chess is definitely a smart 🤓 person's game

[@TheBizzerker]

Because he was fighting for his life.

[@lotharschramm5000]

@@Waagghhboy do you have autism? why are you responding literally when this guy was obviously joking?

[@justinwhitmore4550]

Love the vibe when Hikaru is there!

[@shantoreywilkins651]

😍🥰😍

[@akeemjames2409]

I like how Hikaru is an elite level pro worth millions of dollars showing love to regular players who enjoy the game. Truly you have to respect him for that.

[@TheAppleLoadout]

Don knows what he’s doing, that’s for sure. We are seeing some really good games lately. Thank you. Inspiration is good. ✌🏼😄

[@MrANDY6992]

Mmmj

[@alexismamadou2193]

"Carefull, no need to rush thought it" hahaha Real solid advice from the rushiest of them all; Speed may not beat Timing but S-squared will.

[@thoughtcontrol1503]

He loses 5 to 1 because Hikaru is a SUPER GM- even if someone was up material/position, Hikaru will always out play them with the time pressure

[@jeremymeyer5552]

Yeah 95 percent of the time but once the ratings get well over 2000 everyone loses once in awhile.

[@wernerbro3208]

Magnus: hi

[@galoomba5559]

If he didn't blunder mate in the endgame, Hikaru would've probably lost on time. 1+0 over the board is crazy

[@wingame52]

Hikaru's time with down to earth guys vs the usual chess pros. Must be great stress reliever

[@therenewedpoet4292]

One hand for the board, one hand for smoking. Is this the return of Tal?

[@ScaroMK]

@mike trenton you're such a moaner

[@user-qj7jc9ve8w]

@@ScaroMK It's disrespectful

[@jasonsmith4114]

@mike trenton The era of soy boys. How is that disrepectful, he's not blowing the smoke in his face and they're outside. How entilted do you have to be to think you have the right to decide what people can or cannot do.

[@therenewedpoet4292]

@@jasonsmith4114 It was all up to Hikaru. He knew he could've asked, but he didn't. I'm sure the guy would've taken one long drag and put it out if he was asked.

[@KentanioShlegustov]

@mike trenton 🥱 you done complaining??

[@pdayungog4755]

I started playing chess like 3-4 days ago and ive only played like 3-5 games, for some reason youtube is flooding my feed with chess vids and ive never looker even one up before. Loving it so far

[@kurolikesmusic]

1:35 i loved that laugh so much

[@michaelmurray6577]

You would CERTAINLY NOT convert that extra pawn into a full win vs Hikaru. That's impossible, even absurd.

[@wesleyb1458]

Yeah no chance

[@Ephedr1n]

Maybe not. Very, very likely not - but it could have slowed Hikaru down enough to let him time out. The extra pawn could've been worth the 4 seconds

[@michaelmurray6577]

@@Ephedr1n I think hikaru is the fastest GM blitz player in the world (OTB). If he was down a pawn, he would probably play differently and in accordance with that situation. Being a pawn up vs a player 1000 ELO above you does not mean that you are in the lead. Even positionally, let alone winning the game. If Hikaru was down a pawn against Caruana or Carlsen etc I would understand that this is significant.

[@JanDarkyy]

The thing is, that the pressure Hikaru have in the position he built almost makes it impossible for you to want to go for that pawn. Anyway Don played really well

[@Sc9cvsd]

@@michaelmurray6577 exactly being down a pawn vs another 2500+ he'd almost certainly lose but being down a pawn vs someone who isn't a GM or at the very least IM means he's still winning 90%+ probably 99%

[@DeuceGenius]

Hikaru is the only hustler here lol

[@Ópera_66]

What means "hustler" in this context?

[@royalsilk7115]

@@Ópera_66 A hustler is basically someone who is really good at chess, but pretends not to be and shows up at a place like this to play.

[@royalsilk7115]

@@Ópera_66 dictionary definition: One who hustles: especially somebody who pretends to be an amateur at a game in order to win bets.

[@genox633]

@@royalsilk7115 like a smurf but in different context

[@iqbianorganus3388]

Grinning from ear to ear, Hikaru gets it done. Brilliant viewing.

[@insertfunnyandoriginalname3145]

“thats nice of you man” (proceeds to gift the queen)

[@ISLAMICSTORIES13]

that queen loss was absolutely retarded. im a complete noob at chess and even I know the rook is lurking on the sides if it hasnt moved yet

[@ltrutter]

"How could I lose 5 to 1?" 🤣 Famous last words!

[@RaphaelCGA]

oh did someone forget to tell you... Hikaru is one of the best if not THE best bullet chess player there is.. kinda his specialty. So... giving him just one min to play a game is like putting a fish into water.

[@deleriousclock]

ive just started learning to play (im 33!) and this channel has made the game feel so damn hype, i really appreciate it. and excited to learn and get better!! and of course to eventually talk some trash!! :)

[@marcogil6665]

Starting to learn myself,have you been following any plan or just practicing on your own?

[@NDakovic]

This Guy held it out together better than anyone i've seen so far

[@alanartin]

At 1:21 why can’t the white piece move the king up or to the right? Wouldn’t that take him out of check?

[@Me-fm9zk]

He can. But pawn to e1 (Q!) chkmate is unavoidable

[@blueeyebandit]

Hustler : 16 seconds only Hikaru : You mean infinite time ?

[@floxy20]

I don't see the pleasure to be gotten from playing this quickly. To me, it's the thinking involved which is fun.

[@PtylerBeats]

That first game was a disaster lol

[@aspecttnd]

Perfect example of how unknown talent just out there in the streets could be the best in the world, but you’d never know. The best singers, artists, musicians, athletes, any of them could walk right by you and history would never know it. Insane.

[@TIGERSDFW]

I've never seen a biship - pawn mate like that before. Very powerful

[@BimbisOBrian]

Was there any tactic to giving up the queen at 1:00? Or was it just a bad play?

[@ignskeletons]

I love that the 2nd guy is smoking the cigarette right next to the do not smoke sign

[@sebastiangonzalezgonzalez2183]

This channel was already amazing but now that Hikaru showed up.... I have no words to describe how much adrenaline I feel

[@JonHop1]

adrenaline and chess are 2 words that should not mix lol.. If anything I play better sedated lol

[@themeatnpotatoes]

Is it kosher to smoke at the table? Just curiosity

[@MrNepal8848]

nah hikaru wouldve won any case! only a gm couldve taken advantage of that against Hikaru. cmon we all know it!

[@zerad3307]

Super GM to be exact.

[@XxKidnoffxX]

I saw the +1 pawn by getting the knight and im not 1100...

[@wesleyb1458]

@@XxKidnoffxX yeah it wasn’t that hard to see, but then converting that to a win vs Hikaru is way harder than finding those 2 moves

[@wesleyb1458]

Yep exactly

[@XxKidnoffxX]

@@wesleyb1458 Yes of course, but once you are +1 pawn, you can ask for a draw ^^

[@honeybee4889]

As a novice in chess I think the longer white takes on a move the worse off they are because it gives Hikaru a chance the better analyze the board. Either way they probably don’t stand a chance honestly.

[@patbyc1977]

Just give Hikaru this position after taking the pawn, you will see what happen:D

[@xoranginho]

He will rage and call you names

[@Killerbee_McTitties]

@@xoranginho only as practice for the battle rap side events of major chess tourneys.

[@vt4192]

Godspeed for nakamura. those kids were annoying when they're playing. maybe he even thought to himself "what's his rating to be so annoying".

[@fiandrhi]

Don did well, I think, despite the missed opportunity.

[@LITTLE1994]

Grandmaster vs. a common casual player in fast chess. How silly is that. But it doesn't matter, because despite the huge skill gap, both are still human.

[@dillond9332]

Great try Don. It would’ve been great to see Big Tex play Hikaru! Rip Big T 👑

[@NullScar]

Yes, exactly what I said on a video a couple of days ago, big Tex were such a interesting person. Funny, brutal and talented. R.I.P.B.T.

[@mohammadal-abbasi7247]

Ow yes 🙌🏼 Rip Big Tex

[@karjathebard2401]

Wait he died??

[@NullScar]

@@karjathebard2401 Yes, sadly.

[@michaelmurray6577]

Rest in peace 😥

[@csilt]

He played very good against Hikaru. Hikaru only checked him at the very end. Definitely a strong player although I'd hate breathing that 2nd hand cigarette smoke

[@problemchild7298]

Smoking makes you numb, coffee makes you a Grandmaster

[@TheTannertech]

I love these videos, the variety of people willing to sit down for a game of chess is just great. I'm more inspired then ever to get good after having watched videos similar to this.

[@tashyba789]

1:29 "the sign says NO SMOKING" 1:53 "the old man: Smokes"

[@737AskMike]

I’d like a shot at the title! Where are the games held?

[@DrRodox.]

1:19 why they stop playing? It was not a check mate.

[@anonymoususer3900]

It is a checkmate, look carefully

[@DrRodox.]

@@anonymoususer3900 I mean, the checkmate is in the next 2 moves lol

[@jackiebarnes3304]

@@DrRodox. he had 2 rooks waiting

[@Alonso-r4v]

​@@jackiebarnes3304Doesn't matter, pawn promotes to queen then checkmate

[@imalwayshungryyeesh]

Weird. I can smell the smoke from second guy's cigarette 🤔

[@dinobrya2]

It's not going to kill the man to not smoke for a few minutes.

[@dinobrya2]

I TOTALLY AGREE!!!!

[@WestCoastR1der]

That first guy was AWFUL, he was more focused on playing fast than using his brain

[@edsanjenis9416]

GM Nakamura is genuine and kind person, his love for chess is obvious.

[@allenlin7462]

I love the old guy. He'd smoke 99% of the random public.

[@TheBizzerker]

While also smoking a cigarette.

[@christophero1496]

I mean, Don did pretty good against Hikaru, he had a few chances, and at the end even a chance to run out the clock (he tried) :)

[@Zekew24]

Man said “congrats Don for having the biggest missed opportunity” 💀💀

[@4grammaton]

00:29 That's the fastest resignation I've ever seen, knocking over his king while shaking hands.

[@urbaneplanner]

Pretty impressive that Don grinds out a seemingly quite credible game

[@Haylem]

When you're so good the highlights is having a slight advantage over him that never happened lol.

[@woorso]

2:09 i would have played Ke5 than he would have took the knight in e5 with pawn, and then white Bishop B7 attacking the tower, he moves the tower in B8 and then black bishop take the pawn in A5 menacing the queen; bishop black in C7 menacing the tower and at that point the tower would be in big trouble. what do you think about? the first move (Ke5) is just to free white bishop

[@keytothegate68]

When I see an older American chess player like the smoker guy here who can talk about Fischer I give them respect because there is always a good story behind it about how they learned chess and played while serving in the military decades ago (usually in Europe) or similar.

[@BuddhaJube]

That is such an aggressive pawn. Really beautiful to see it used so effectively.

[@anthonyanderson4980]

Ten minute video that contains 2 games and analysis. Speed!

[@NOWABO]

I'm just proud of myself for spotting the missed opportunity.

[@andrewzimmerman3690]

I like how the "winning moment" was taking a free pawn from Hikaru that probably would still be fine. hell no is he converting that to a win

[@CouchCit]

I really appreciate these post game analysis explanations. Just subbed.

[@prlnce_fg7688]

Second guy missed a free bishop at the end as well, he really had a fighting chance

[@jurjenvanderhoek316]

The opponents of Hikaru make the mistake of moving just as fast as he does in the opening, while they have 5x as much time. That is the main reason why they lose so fast.

[@moi7748]

Never thought of that actually, but yeah, you have a good point.

[@btdrunkartist8292]

@@moi7748 no he doesn't have a good point. This the main problem with lower rated players,the way you guys think. If the dude with the white pieces takes his time and plays slow,that will just give Hikaru more time to think. He has to play fast. The more he thinks the more Hikaru thinks too.

[@ym276]

@@btdrunkartist8292 Yeah but it's still better to take time and play better moves. If he had spent more time to find the winning combination Nxe5 and Bxb7, he would have had much better chances than in the game

[@chrisiver8506]

@@btdrunkartist8292 You're clearly a lower rated player.

[@jurjenvanderhoek316]

@@btdrunkartist8292 Your point makes absolutely no sense, because when Hikaru's opponent does not take his time, he will definitely make more and worse mistakes. His best chance is to at least try to avoid that. To play just as fast as Hikaru is the worst approach one can take, especially in the opening.

[@Jackjohnjay]

Second game, white guy can be proud of himself.

[@QuadDoc]

I say this all the time but every video I see of him confirms it… Hikaru is such a class act! Thanks for sharing this!! 👏🏼👍🏼👊🏼

[@ovechkin100]

first dude got wrecked so badly its insane. He was more focused on moving his pieces fast rather than actually focusing.

[@gregestrella6268]

We need to see more of Don!

[@elsenored562]

0:29 d4 0:45 Black has two passed pawns, three developed pieces, and has castled: White is down 2 pawns 1:21 White resigns

[@Clark8008]

The second guys endgame was full of hopes and dreams “I got 16 second I could do it”😂

[@July-gj1st]

Don was awesome, he played really well; but Hikaru is the grim reaper of chess lol.

[@Mnil52]

That first chess "hustler" was so good! Strong move when he pinned his queen to the king and lost it for no reason

[@thizlam4810]

Hikaru is so laid back, just lets the guy he’s playing smoke a cig even though he doesn’t smoke himself. And the guy he’s playing is also very considerate by putting his hand under the table while he isn’t smoking it.

[@mystery_wu]

Useless analysis lol

[@1fast72nova]

That dude smoking was actual pretty good, I was really impressed

[@thizlam4810]

@@mystery_wu ok?

[@mystery_wu]

@@thizlam4810 we don't care that the guy is smoking :p you must be a kid or something

[@thizlam4810]

@@mystery_wu Damn you’re all up in your feelings over an observation, no need to be so angry 😂

[@adamriekert1984]

When he checkmated the first guy, look at the value of their pieces. Black had his queen still, yes, but white didn't have to lose his bishop near the end. The huge difference is how quickly black developed a strong attack against the king.

[@spamcollector9606]

9:03 Never play F3 - Clearly doesn't follow Finegold's principles.

[@teefaka]

Truth hurts

[@micky6633]

Never play f3 until the right moment. There's like 200 different exceptions to the rule 😂😂

[@nicholasoombash7520]

He wanted to play bullet. After the game he wished he hadn’t 😂 good stuff Hikaru.

[@tariqmohamed]

If they ever make a movie of Nakamura, Randall Park would be perfect for the role

[@mamamoolover2534]

5:42 why the king moved up insted of down . He cannot take with bishop or rook. King protects. Still down pawns but less pressure

[@fighton5417]

congrats don for the MISSED opportunity! lol

[@paulthompson9668]

The "hustlers" don't realize that their strategy of playing fast to give Hikaru less time to think will always backfire.

[@chesse812]

Sick bishop, pawn mate ,I want lessons teach me grand Master LOL

[@EPIGOLD]

Speed against Hikaru is like using a solar beam on Superman

[@movere_foryou11]

i dont know that uncle drew can play chess

[@onzkicg]

@4:40-42 Why do you think white didn’t used the queen a3 to take the rook b4?