Viswanathan Anand's Chess Escape From Botez 'Kidnappers' Goes Viral

Viswanathan Anand, the legend of Indian chess, not only graces the chessboard with unparalleled brilliance but also exhibits a remarkable sense of humour. In a recent viral post on social media platform X, Anand shared a whimsical encounter at the airport, playfully suggesting he was held captive. The chess maestro declared, "At the Airport! My Kidnappers, let me go. @alexandrabotez @itsandreabotez," tickling the funny bones of netizens and chess enthusiasts all around the world.

A recent photo of chess grandmaster Viswanathan Anand posing with American-Canadian chess player Alexandra Valeria Botez and her sister Andrea Botez is also going viral on social media, giving netizens another reason to laugh and make a thread of jokes. All thanks to Botez's quirky sense of humour and netizens taking the joke without picking offence over it, as grandmaster Viswanathan Anand is the centre of the hilarious take. 

The Playful Exchange at the Airport

"At the Airport! My Kidnappers, let me go. @alexandrabotez @itsandreabotez," Anand tweeted, accompanied by a wry smile emoji. While such a statement might spark concern at first glance, Anand swiftly reassured his followers by elaborating on the context in subsequent tweets.

Alexandra and Andrea Botez, both accomplished chess players and prominent figures in the realm of social media, engaged Anand in a chess-related challenge, playfully dubbing themselves "kidnappers." Anand revealed that he was tasked with solving a chess position to earn his freedom, with Andrea posing the question of the optimal move for Black in the given scenario. Anand's witty response, suggesting the move Kd5, led to his "release" from the playful captivity, much to the amusement of chess enthusiasts worldwide.

Despite his legendary status as a five-time world champion and the first grandmaster from India, Anand remains approachable and relatable, endearing himself to fans through his engaging presence on social media.

Botez Sisters Caught Viswanathan Anand in a Hilarious Moment

A picture featuring legendary chess grandmaster Viswanathan Anand and the popular Botez sisters, Alexandra and Andrea, has also gone viral on social media. The photo, shared by Alexandra Botez, playfully captions the moment: "Why does it look like we took Viswanathan Anand hostage?"

The image shows Anand standing in the centre, flanked by the Botez sisters on either side. The lighthearted caption, combined with the candidness of the pose, has sparked amusement online, garnering significant attention.

While the exact context of the photo remains unknown, it has generated a wave of humorous comments and interpretations. The playful banter between Anand and the Botez sisters, both well-known figures in the chess world, has resonated with fans, creating a lighthearted moment for the online chess community.

This viral photo highlights the camaraderie and playful spirit that often exist within the competitive world of chess. It also showcases the growing popularity of chess content creators like the Botez sisters, who have captured the imagination of a new generation of chess enthusiasts.

Netizens Storm the Viral Picture With Comments

Since the picture was shared on X (formerly Twitter), Indian users did not hold back for a moment to take the comments section of the viral picture by storm, as one user, @kevinagar1, wrote, "If you have Indian relatives, that's a look you get quite often with," using laughing emojis. Another user, @roflbaba, wrote, "Trust me that's the happiest face I've ever seen of him."

How can a chess post be missed without enthusiasts making some chess jokes? Many comments read similar to the comment of @starcommander10: "POV: you are a pawn, the opponent has two queens, and you are only left with your kind." Many other users wrote the "2 queens" and chess strategising jokes in the comments section as well.

Check out the post here:

Why does it look like we took @vishy64theking hostage pic.twitter.com/8AbcepZ6ra

— Alexandra Botez (@alexandrabotez) February 28, 2024