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As predicted Woody Harrelson made the ceremonial first move. But not without a bit of confusion.
How not to love the one and only Woody Harrelson? He knocks down Caruana’s king and makes two ceremonial moves after misunderstanding Fabiano’s suggestion. Hilarious. pic.twitter.com/xmNVpwNAWO
Good afternoon from a slightly chaotic media room in Holborn, which unsurprisingly, is dominated by Norwegian journalists. Just been speaking to Bernt Brennevann from the NTB agency, who tells me he is just one of 15 reporters from Norway here to cover the Carlsen match, which is being covered on the main TV channel in the country. Also quickly popped into the gift shop, which has some slightly risque offerings. Make a move, anyone?
The press room is now so busy it’s standing room only. Meanwhile, the actor Woody Harrelson has headed into the building wearing a suit and a light blue beanie hat. If the rumors are correct he’ll be making the first move.
Written by Bryan Armen Graham
This news first appeared on https://www.theguardian.com/sport/live/2018/nov/09/magnus-carlsen-v-fabiano-caruana-world-chess-championship-game-1-live under the title “Magnus Carlsen v Fabiano Caruana: World Chess Championship, Game 1 – live!”. Bolchha Nepal is not responsible or affiliated towards the opinion expressed in this news article.
