Victor Wembanyama draws attention after losing to a six-year-old at his chess tournament in France
Victor Wembanyama’s chess skills were on display in the second edition of his own ‘Hoop Gambit’ event, a crossover festival between chess and basketball. Wembanyama is among the several NBA players who openly discuss their love and fondness for the game of chess.
French basketball sensation Victor Wembanyama showcased his chess prowess at the second edition of his 'Hoop Gambit' event, an unconventional crossover between the two sports. At the open tournament, the NBA star lost to a six-year-old prodigy named Adam, who exploited Wembanyama's overconfidence by outmaneuvering him despite being significantly younger.
Wembanyama acknowledged his defeat in an interview with Le Figaro, attributing it to his loss of time during the game. Despite the loss, he expressed his admiration for chess and its positive impact on his cognitive abilities, boasting a 1000 ELO rating on chess.com. Wembanyama also faced off against IM Levy Rozman, a chess influencer known for his collaborations with NBA players like Luka Doncic.
While the outcome of Wembanyama's match against Rozman remains unclear, the event undoubtedly drew attention to the NBA star's unique passion for chess, beyond his basketball career.
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