A video from the archives has resurfaced, showcasing a remarkable chess moment featuring a young Magnus Carlsen, who would later go on to secure victory at the 2023 Chess World Cup against India’s R Praggnanandhaa. T

he clip, which has gone viral on X, previously known as Twitter, captures the 13-year-old Carlsen’s seemingly ‘bored’ reaction during a match against the reigning World Champion, Garry Kasparov.

This memorable chess encounter took place at the Reykjavik Rapid tournament in 2004 when Carlsen was just 13 years old. Despite his youth, Carlsen bravely faced off against the Russian chess legend, and the match ended in a draw.

This extraordinary chess battle, along with the events surrounding it, has been immortalized in a documentary titled ‘The Prince of Chess.’

Released in 2005, the documentary tells the compelling story of Magnus Carlsen, who, by that time, had already earned the prestigious title of the youngest Grand Master in the world of chess.

The documentary provides a unique glimpse into the moments leading up to Carlsen’s showdown with Kasparov in a high-speed chess match.

However, the tension soared as Kasparov arrived late at the table, capturing the nervous anticipation that young Magnus experienced during the wait.

Viewers of the documentary witness the young Grand Master waiting patiently at the table, occasionally wandering around the playing area while awaiting the commencement of the game.

“I remember thinking, ‘I wish he would turn up soon’ while waiting for Kasparov. Then I just tried to keep calm,” reflected the 13-year-old Magnus during that time.

The documentary also sheds light on how the Norwegian teenager whiled away the time, taking sips from a glass that appeared to contain a soft drink, browsing through the pages of a book, and observing other ongoing chess matches.

Finally, when the world-renowned chess player arrived, the game began with Magnus taking the white pieces and making the opening move.

Given the fast-paced nature of the game, time management was crucial. Carlsen maintained his composure and continuously challenged the former world champion. Ultimately, the match concluded in a draw.

This marked a significant milestone for Carlsen, a young prodigy who had embarked on a promising career.

Over the years, Carlsen’s journey led him to become the World Champion, accomplishing this feat approximately nine years later in 2013, when he defeated India’s Viswanathan Anand. He also achieved the highest chess rating in history, solidifying his place as a true chess legend.