I Was SHOCKED When I Heard This 10-Year-Old's Rating...

I'M BACK!! This video was filmed while being in NYC. I played a SUPER STRONG 10 year-old, who is actually one of the best in the USA for his age. Watch out for underrated kids people...hope you enjoy the video!!! :D
♟ PLAY CHESS NOW: www.chess.com/register?ref_id...
♟ UPGRADE YOUR CHESS.COM MEMBERSHIP: go.chess.com/anna
(Affiliate links, purchases made through these links may generate revenue for Anna)
⭐️ WATCH ME LIVE: / annacramling
⭐️ Wanna Support Me More? Donate Here: streamelements.com/annacramli...
❤️ SOCIAL MEDIA
➡️ INSTAGRAM: / annacramling
➡️ TWITTER: / annacramling
➡️ DISCORD: / discord
➡️ CHESS CLUB: chess.com/l/the-cramling-club...
(Affiliate link, purchases made through this link may generate revenue for Anna)
#annacramling #chess #nyc

[@jennyohara4011]

What a great kid to let you have the move back

[@aprylvanryn5898]

Excellent sportsmanship

[@jonnes__4657]

He knew, he cannot lose this game. 😜 .

[@richardsrensen4219]

He knew he was winning @@aprylvanryn5898

[@jonathandawson3091]

Normally I get angry if Anna loses, but I cannot get angry at him. Yusuf you'll go places ❤

[@joemagnets9940]

@@jonnes__4657 'it's when people become over confident, that's when they start losing. Joe Magnets

[@tactrix1h]

He's going to make a fine GM one day, probably when he's 11.

[@gilachess]

That's an inspiring idea but unrealistic. Probably 13-14 if he really grinds, gets a coach, stick with a heavy chess regime and enters key tournaments. That's how the Indians do it and a 10 year old with ELO 2000 is not that uncommon in India.

[@tactrix1h]

@@gilachess I think he's probably underrated though.

[@Trabsol]

@@gilachess Yes he is likely to become a GM at around 14. As great as he is, he still seems to be a level below some of the super GMs at his age.

[@whoisanarnb]

@@gilachess Lmao I’m Indian and like 460 Eli :’)

[@gilachess]

@@whoisanarnb I am not racist or anything but I'm just saying that Indians have a higher number of kids with strong ELOs. If you are not one of them it's ok :) .. I remember seeing Arjun Arigasi here in Penang when he was a teen and thought he was just another strong Indian player. Who knew he is now one of the top GMs in the world.

[@seansartor]

Yusuf is a GENTLEMAN. He’s the perfect example of parents’ LOVE & dedication.

[@olivierr5444]

I see a very talented and nice kid. But to extrapolate to his parents' education is a bit of a stretch as we have no much idea of his background by looking at this video. His attitude could be the outcomes of different factors.

[@jtidema]

@@olivierr5444 No one mentioned education. I think that was his father speaking in the background, which is probably why the person mentioned parents.

[@itsm3dud39]

what do you expect in chess after winning? yelling at the opponent?

[@mplarkvideo]

and sportsmanship

[@HumptyDumpty-os7ie]

Obviously parents have had an impact.. Why argue the point

[@tykemorris]

He played an incredibly strong game. People are noting his sportsmanship giving her the blunder back - and rightly so - but his positioning and multipronged attacks were brilliant and he almost never needed to stop and think. He was skilled for any age.

[@CaiRobinson]

Agreed, I'd be no match in the slightest for him and that feels crazy to say

[@HumptyDumpty-os7ie]

Very much noticed This kid in speed chess demolishes a great many players..

[@BigNation1]

That was insanely kind of him to allow you to return the Queen. Kid has a lot of proper etiquette, very respectful. We don't see that often in kids. Looking forward to seeing how far Yusuf goes in the future.

[@geethuvarghese9103]

U got it absolutely wrong.. It's just ur mind talking.. The real reason : As I see it.. As u saw he Wanted to Earn that win..(Ps. Not becoz any misslip or blunder of his opponent ) ❤ n u saw the finish, right! ❤

[@Khedran]

He totally understood too, insisted she take it back even lol

[@kenkur27]

Actually, I've seen more bad behaviour from adult chess players. Kids tend to do unintentional things like fidgeting in their chair.

[@MrVannspreder]

@@kenkur27 Agreed. When kids play against adults in chess IRL they are usually very polite. More than adults actually. At least that is my experience.

[@zw3565]

It was nice but I think he knew it didn't matter what she did at that point he had that game. He is very good player for sure.

[@Ttavoc]

What a polite boy! A really good player. How can a kid of this age be that good in chess? I hope we will hear much of him in future!

[@Trabsol]

Hopefully but these days, there a lot of young children that reach extremely high ratings early on but they never go onto reach the top 10 anymore.

[@jonnes__4657]

Autistic children are becoming more and more: the unhealthy life! .

[@Eric-im2px]

We will watch his career with great interest

[@gusleffers9265]

@De Rekarts I really don’t think a future gm would care

[@humanbeing33]

Theres a 9 year old in Argentina that is #1 U12 something like that. Youngest 2200 fide in history.

[@irsanwu5448]

That Takeback he gave, is not an act of kindness, i repeat, it is NOT. That is one hell of a CONFIDENCE. He knew he would still win it no matter what. Great future lies ahead of this young YUSUF ! Way to go boy !!!

[@TheIherbert]

Boy raised really well. Intelligent and perfect manners tok

[@huntermach7356]

It was so touching and sweet the way he moved your queen back. It was also a statement saying "you won't blame your lost on a queen's blunder, you'll blame it on my dominance".

[@DavidBrit101]

I mean that's one way of looking at it but how I see it is "You've made a big mistake, let's correct it."

[@dowaliby1]

Well put.

[@peterg5383]

*loss

[@huntermach7356]

@@peterg5383 thank you😅, looking at it now, it was 'loss'💯

[@dirkwalker9686]

That reminds me of the scene from the movie Troy when Hector trips over a rock and Achilles is like "A rock will not take the glory of this battle from me" or something like that, and he lets Hector get up and keep fighting.

[@zdeneek]

This kid let Anna move back like Hector vs Achilles im Troy. "Your blunder will not take my glory"

[@mdavis1992]

Hahaha this is perfect

[@geethuvarghese9103]

Exactly! As I see it.. As u saw, he Wanted to Earn that win..(Ps. Not becoz any misslip or blunder of his opponent ) ❤ n u saw the finish, right! ❤

[@specialkonacid6574]

😂

[@pattageva]

Underrated

[@jackiehedges320]

lol

[@nyn2k259]

This kid is real good & hats off to him for letting you take back the move & am proud of you sharing this game, shows how down to earth humble you are. Keep it up.

[@patrickacosta5828]

Well overall i was very impressed with Anna allowing this video to be posted. It showed humility and honesty. I could care less about the chess but seeing the boy show sportsmanship and humbleness was very very nice to see. Overall it was a great video. Congratulations to the both of you and good luck in your future endeavors!

[@bbwng54]

Agree with you. The natural tendency is to show only your wins but to show your losses and highlight the child (in addition to his sportsmanship) is a credit to Anna.

[@cloudysunset2102]

This video is so inspiring! It demonstrates the brilliance and courage of a highly skilled child with just a few years of chess experience vs a highly accomplished and yet admirably humble chess streamer who did not have to post this game but chose to in order to celebrate and encourage this young man. Thank you.

[@brandonpeniuk]

agreed

[@ranvirchaudhary]

Well said kinda felt bad for her though she did well too

[@kelumjjs]

Cramlings are always humble

[@matteocardetta3393]

Not just a few he play 6 years of chess from 4 to 10 that's a lot

[@damjandjordjevic1994]

what do you mean few years of chess experience? That kid literally played chess for more than half of his life. Chess is in his bloodstream :D

[@skkkkriptx]

Brooo...his style of playing is so fierce, he was giving no time to even breathe...what a dynamic player, immense potential And how, all his pieces were so at the right place at every move... amazing shit, man

[@politeman376]

When you see a child in a professional chess game, Just run

[@dowaliby1]

This kid is PHENOMENAL! The fluidity, assurance, and accuracy with which he moves at age 10 with just 4 years experience is mind-boggling.

[@kailit9984]

6 yrs

[@dowaliby1]

Oh yes, you are right. Originally when she asked him, "How long have you been playing chess?" I heard "4 years." But listening again, I heard the word "old" after the 4 years. He is very soft spoken and my hearing is not great. Thanks for pointing this out. But no matter what, this kid is incredible, and a brilliant future lies ahead for him.

[@johnwick666]

Yes of course mind blowing he is all focus on chess, unlike when u hit puberty u start to know there is much tasty stuff

[@davidnelson4960]

Love the Anna who highlights great chess and prodigies not merely ego.

[@MaxMercerPiano]

What a talented, respectful young man! Looking forward to seeing him as the next world champion!

[@Pieter_Holland]

Those young kids are so scary and impressive! But he is also such a nice kid. I’m sure we will see a lot more from him really soon!!

[@fess04]

that kid is brutal.what gifts . i hope he keeps working . hes gonna be something! the thing is its the crazy pressure he put on Anna that allowed for the mistake in optics. i need to rewatch this. it was so fluid. amazing.

[@sunnymuniz6040]

What a great player that young boy is and courteous too! Not taking the queen after that botez gambit. Thanks for bringing him on the channel Anna!

[@flaviucalin]

botez gambit? Wt heck is that sh**?

[@Mat-qo3hh]

@@flaviucalin blundering a queen

[@flaviucalin]

@Karl with a K - Yeah, I thought is some new opening(?). Five billions people on the planet who never played chess, are 'the Boy in the Plastic Bubble'.

[@flaviucalin]

@@Mat-qo3hh - Thanks, Matt.

[@geethuvarghese9103]

Boetz gambit! 😂

[@stephenarrigo5679]

Very impressed the young man granted the move return...Showed great sportsmanship and maturity for ANY AGE!!...So often it's only about the win ing...Nice to see...This is a great lesson Anna because it teaches about more than just chess but humbleness and integrity...So valuable in a culture that stresses winning is everything...There is a moral lesson here...Gives the video great intrinsic value...I applaud you!! Thanks!!...You just earned my subscription.

[@ahmedhossain1096]

dude was calm and polite..whatta great kid

[@victoremanuel3725]

Wow this kid will be a champ, what a attitude. Congrats for the parents and coachs

[@elasticharmony]

As always Anna's positional chess makes her think and time runs out.

[@yakzivz1104]

no disrespect but it was a very weak positional play by Anna.

[@lazycalc2533]

Nd4 screaming to be played for like 5 moves

[@echo996]

I appreciate how when Anna asks how long he's been playing chess for at 0:57 she waits for him to answer (on her clock) giving him her full attention, and then after he answers ponders her move thus eating even more of her time. She has disarming people skills (e.g. - looks directly in the eyes of the person when they respond to a question) conveying sincere interest in their response. congratulatory in defeat (I know the higher the skill = more time spent, which in turn causes more natural competitiveness to kicks in). She seems like a very genuine charismatic person.

[@Zent889]

Good explanation

[@MihajloNastic]

She would loose even if she didnt wait btw

[@echo996]

perhaps, regardless still well mannered @@MihajloNastic

[@MihajloNastic]

@@echo996 well mannered yes but I saw ppl thinking she would win if she didnt do that which is just favorism.

[@echo996]

where did you see people thinking she would win if she didn't do that? in anycase it was early in the match and solver actually has her at a slight edge at that moment, although you can pretty much say it's a coinflip given the early stage of the game. @@MihajloNastic

[@christophercarlone9945]

A truly humble young man. He clearly loves the game and he will do so well in the future I have no doubt!

[@oal2928]

I like this kid, silent and plays, no fidgeting or making disturbing stuff. Pure gameplay

[@aruntutu]

This video is everything! Yusuf is so sportive too!!! He’s gonna go real far for sure! 🙌🏽

[@blindknitter]

Great, generous young player, and Anna gracious as always. A pleasure to watch.

[@stephaniemccollum8019]

Incredible young man. Way advanced beyond his years. He will be a Grandmaster and one of the best! Thumbs up!

[@steveparsons6719]

Thank you - both of you - for reminding us just how entertaining Chess can be.

[@kennygsmooth83]

Whew!! The kid has a bright future. He was poised from the onset and was NEVER rattled at TEN. Anna, your humility and grace is beautiful...much respect!!

[@michaelyeung2126]

Two very good and humble players, appreciate how the kid let the move go back, he wants to enjoy a good game, rather than only winning, and that's why he's so damn good.

[@traida111]

the take back showed huge sportsmanship. seems it wasn't about winning for him, it was about playing on that leading edge of chess, where both players play there best moves and to take it to the end, that's real winning or even if you lose doing that you still have the satisfaction of knowing the game was the best challenge and that's exciting. good lad

[@dwalther4856]

Extremely strong player - he put here under constant pressure, with perfect development of his figures..I watched many of her chess videos - this one is really impressive.

[@j4BnSPUgdu]

Happy to see you Anna! My goodness. Your opponent this time seemed to move pieces in that magical way where all pieces work together, defending and attacking together. More like a force of nature than an imperfect human being who sometimes blunders. Who is he? I look forward to great things from him. Every day is an opportunity to learn.

[@exdejesus]

He was very gracious to let you take back that move. And you are very gracious to be so kind and complimentary to someone who just won.

[@LeeMansfield]

Great game - I hope this kid inspires others he's age to play this great game that is almost forgotten in a lot of schools - well done Anna

[@1001godknows]

I like it when chess is more about exploring ideas rather than making it about winning.

[@DavideMartiniCommentatore]

Anna, it was really nice from you to upload this video, even if you lost (and I'd say it was a sound loss!). You gave all the credit to the young boy.

[@hateaccount1774]

The fact of how this kid used to go my old school is crazy and now here he is

[@Prickly-Brew]

Anna this is why I watch your videos. I am a terrible player myself yet I enjoy playing. Like another post I read you didn’t have post this yet you did. This showing of humbling yourself like this tells me your a good soul.

[@visionbishop9517]

I love Anna,her Mom's and Dad! All great players

[@lukasaudir8]

When he let her take the move back I instantly remembered the scene in the movie Troy, when Aquiles and Hector are fighting Hector trips on a stone and fall down then Aquiles say, "Get up price of Troy, I won't let a stone take my glory"

[@GoodnotGreat88]

Good job Yusuf! will be cheering you on in the future.

[@-cMc-]

That's was so sweet awh 🤗 seeing it played out brought a big smile to my face

[@sliceserve234]

10 years old and plays with such confidence, impressive. Also, as her position got worse and worse I love how he sneaked peeks at her face.

[@donfatale]

What a nice kid. Wish him all the best with his chess future.

[@tjshann]

Such a gentleman. I am sure this was not the first time he let his opponent take a move back…but perhaps not to one so highly rated. Anna has such class. Her GM parents raised her well

[@joecola6487]

I find it endearing to find a mother & daughter with the same smile . It is even more special when they have like minds 💯☀️

[@harbirgrewal4372]

Wow, what great sportsmanship letting her have the move back.

[@bobbymorane5166]

I appreciate the way Anna seemed to respect him (which is not always the case when you have someone much younger in front of you), in short Anna showed a lot of humility and kindness towards live with him and probably I think that took away a bit of a certain lack of aggressiveness from her because she can show a much better facet of her game .

[@micheltibon6552]

Will be very interested to see the progression of some of the players Anna encountered. Hope Anna can from time to time make a short video about them.

[@jakubkrcma]

The young man is seriously impressive AND kind! Anyway, everybody loves Anna so it's a win-win.

[@Thricecube57]

Good game Yusuf. We'll be cheering for you as you rise to GM.

[@fabricer.9426]

Such a great player and gentleman!!! 👍👏👏

[@jhunweird3554]

That kid had bright future ahead and his very humble can't wait for him to become grandmaster.👍

[@patricioferrari4667]

I've never seen such an aggressive player. This kid is brilliant.

[@mdavis1992]

Well done Yusuf!! A gent for letting her redo the move too 👌

[@pierregodeau4286]

What a humble little legend that young man is. Respect 🙏🏼

[@bobyjack2]

A champion with a very good spirit ! ❤❤

[@Jefuslives]

He did not want to cheapen his win by letting her blunder her queen. 😄 What a skilled and confident player!

[@S.Trades]

Hes a great kid. He'll surely go on to better things!

[@IoanIoan-ip3gy]

this guy taught me something really important, giving Anna his queen back... the game is not about winning, but more important being human

[@skygh]

Delighted to watch this game! I believe I will go review that carnage

[@JohnDoe-gb6co]

I'd love do see how developed his prefrontal cortex is and how good he is at planning for the future. Pretty incredible.

[@jamesb2034]

Wow! What a talented and impressive young boy! A champ in the making! Hope you have the opportunity to play again, and share🙂.

[@Doomsdaybear-YT]

Gotta respect Cramling for having the guts to talk in a OTB Blitz match.

[@mujtabasaleem3228]

That look on her face after he lets her redo the queen was something. Smiling and crying (from inside 😅) at the same time.

[@neelankusekhar9949]

A kind, humble yet very attacking fighter.

[@adamulias2315]

That kid is SOLID!! The game was excellent, but it was when he let her slide on the mistake she made; that is where I felt my smile grow ear to ear. 😊👍

[@dadatadic]

For every like i will do 10 push ups

[@scholesiefirsttime]

Legend of a young man. Well done Anna too. What an amazing leveller chess is. I’ll keep plugging away with my 1200 rating!!

[@novaxxpressgaming4450]

He show mercy omg and still won that was CRAZYYYY I love it.

[@nihaln2399]

Would like to see more games with young prodigies.What a humble kid.

[@heathjohnson4733]

I appreciate that you show your losses with grace

[@chadsimon4802]

Honorable, honest lil dude. Good game.

[@fgc120]

What a genius kid!!! Best wishes for him❤❤

[@eliederventura]

He didn't want to win the easy way. That's awesome!!

[@iverburl]

According to her Wikipedia article, Anna was in the 1500's at age 10 and first reached 2000 at 14.

[@timprescott4634]

Brilliant in every way! Bravo Yusuf!

[@InfernalPasquale]

Polite and strong attacking chess - the sequence starting Qa4 was very nice. He played human moves, such as the knight sac, which is great to see as the young ones can often seem like robots.

[@TheRealAristocrates]

It seems that Rfd1 move was the first one that let you down (according to the AI), so I was wondering what other options there were in that position. Perhaps potentially sacrifice the f3 knight by moving it to e5, which reveals a bishop attack on the knight, and opens up the field for the queen (and protects some potential queen spaces if it doesn't get taken straight away)?

[@TheRealAristocrates]

Having said that, a further look reveals that that doesn't go anywhere, since he just remains on the attack on the queen's side. I don't know how to play chess.

[@samuelbruyneel]

I like how the kid regularly peeked at Anna's facial expressions to try to read her mind...

[@gky7170]

this child has a wonderful demeanor - he will make a great chess champion someday for sure and even better human being!

[@8vakrah]

Awesome he instantly gave the queen back and also he plays superbly.

[@afiblacksails23]

That kid was a shark! Also I love those huge chess pieces and wish I had a set like that

[@rednaskela4830]

I'm jealous, both of the kid and the parents 🤣 Will never get this promising but hopefully my kid one day.

[@johnnicholas7783]

The face Anna made when he said 2000!!!!! I love this woman lol

[@italixgaming915]

Anna thinking: "Let's try 3+0, maybe he won't be able to manage his time..." Later: "Holly Molly guacamolly, how is he playing like young Hikaru?"

[@loganb452]

He has a bright future in Chess. So fast and already this good? wow!

[@PeaceFORever-]

What a matured kid! You have it all boy !! Kid just crushed her

[@gregkisinger4183]

Through the first part of the game into the early middlegame, it looks like Anna had a slight advantage but in the middle game she had some inaccuracies with her rook moves. Good job for the youngin in capitalizing on those inaccuracies. I really like that the young fellow has zest in making his moves and he looks like he's enjoying the game-awesome job!

[@CodexPermutatio]

He's underrated and you know it, Anna.

[@aidengaming4230]

I played Yusuf 3 times otb. He is defiantly a strong and tricky player, especially for his age :)

[@endritmehmedi2190]

what's his last name?

[@The_Mind_Journey]

Did you lose all three times

[@aidengaming4230]

@@The_Mind_Journey No, but he played well!

[@The_Mind_Journey]

@@aidengaming4230 did you lose two

[@aidengaming4230]

@@The_Mind_Journey No I won 2 and lost 1 (I was +9 and blundered a queen, worst blunder of my life) but overall, he played very well.

[@vishy]

The way he plays with his head down, smiling and looking up at her. It’s sweet - reminds me of my little nephew.

[@itsnyy8079]

His reaction at 4:00 lol

[@bug_catcher]

Another underrated kid! Such a cramped position he put you in as white.

[@lumenesque1]

Yusuf, you're both a genius and a gentleman & I'd say the importance of the latter way outweighs the former! Your parents must be so proud of you. I know I sure am. You have a solid fan in me.

[@levikrongold1549]

You are so smart -Y love you! The boy is great and very polite!