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Hikaru Nakamura defended tossing D Gukesh's king into the crowd at an exhibition event, stating it was part of the organizers' entertainment format. He clarified it was not an insult, emphasizing the difference between a serious tournament and a purely entertainment-focused match. Nakamura also playfully suggested Gukesh could dance on the chessboard if he wins the reverse match in India.