The Queen’s Gambit : Beth Harmon is a 'marvel.' “You will get used to it.”

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A well deserve compliment from one of the most gracious loser of the match, Arthur Levertov on Ep 7 END GAME on “The Queen’s Gambit.”

Beth Harmon advances to play against World Champion and USSR Grandmaster. "The Russian," Vasily Borgov.

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"You are a marvel, my dear!"

[adolfopross]

"I resign with relief" such a powerfull line, he now can rest assured and leave the future of the game he loves in the hands of a brilliant new generation

[psyrmc]

Happy to see Russians are not portrayed as villians in this show. Put the politics aside and enjoy playing chess with talented people!

[Sasha]

as a Russian I appreciate the fact that we were portrayed as inteligent and warm and absolutely not agressive people here unlike in 90% of American movies.

[Liamalaing]

I love how he's just in awe at her. Such respect for her game, leaving gender out of the equation

[ponchorulloda]

Other than Borgov, Luchenko was one of the few opponents who respected her as a chess player. He didn't get upset about being beaten by a woman, but was happy he played against a great chess player.

[MindGameStudios]

"Excellent. What a brilliant recovery...you are a marvel, my dear." - and with a smile on his face.

God I loved this so much. In this finale, every major opponent Beth faces is so respectful towards her talents (even Borgov!), it's such a subversion of what you expect in the best ways. The loser praises the victor as the best chess player of his life, and the winner honors the master by saying how she's admired him since she was a girl. I mean...what else can you ask for? Nothing but warmth among legends.

[oliviabytner]

I really love the contrast between her first tournament and her last. When she played with the amateurs, they were disrespectful, acted frustrated when they lost to her. In her last tournament, when she played with the best players in the world, there was nothing but mutual respect, they lost with a smile on their faces. This really portraits well that a true master doesn't act like there is no one better in the world than them. True master wants to see others flourish in their art.

[OfficialMaxBox]

I think everyone's missing one of the best lines (I mean, they're all good) - "You get used to it" in response to her flustered reaction to his compliment. Such a casual way of defusing the moment and doubly affirming her.

[syrupsnake]

His smirk after he begins to realize he lost, love it hahaha

[JULKEE]

"I might have just played the best chess player of my life"
Imagine one of your childhood idols say something like that to you, while your idol feels comfortable knowing that you have surpassed him... only the ones who have dedicate all their lives to a certain passion or skill could understand this.

[moviescatsmargs]

I legit tear up whenever I watch this, every time! There is something so sweet and endearing about a mentor or elder showing graciousness in defeat and recognizing talent. He encourages her and praises her, and bows out. My favorite character she plays

[thegreenreaper]

The Russians are absolute Titans at chess, and are portrayed as 'political enemy's, yet its shown here they are warm people, with a great respect for this elegant game and treat it with that respect and class. The entire entourage of it already, the newsfeeds, crowds outside the building cheering.... No compare to how the rest of the world 'does this off'. They treat Chess as one of the most respected sports, as its a great mindgame which requires one to look and plan ahead in every move, and do the unexpected on the most unexpected moments!

How Luchenko, probably the most experienced player in this tournament, shows his respects to Harmon is a statement to the finesse and respect the Russians truly have, but also confirms they are not the cold people they are feared to be, but the most respectful, appreciative and warmest of them all!

Borgov, even more calculating, menacing, intimidating and dominant, added up to that by applauding her for beating him. Unlike the 'furious' 1/4th finalist who walked off in a rage, , not even shaking her hand out of spite, the Russians not only treated her with gréat admiration, but her manner of playing and winning, with the utmost respect and dignity!

You can imagine how grandmasters líke Borgov and Levertov would personally invite Harmon over, just for a few few friendly rounds of game, only to help eachother improve!

[Beachdude]

This was my absolute favorite moment of the series. I got the sneaking impression that the old russian grandmaster was based loosely on Mikhail Tal.

[jovanlanderos]

When he say's, "you are a marvel, my dear, I may have just played the best chess player of my life." It just hits you; differently. It gave me goosebumps when I first saw this scene.

[cansomer]

I think this show is a huge punch to faces of all movies that are paranoid about and hateful towards ussr. This show symbolizes peace, not only respect but friendship also.

[quadrowarstar]

Imagine being respected and praised by the person you have admired since childhood. What an absolute beautiful moment! Brings tears to my eyes everytime I see this scene...

[misteraxl]

I love how these men are first and foremost lovers of chess, above all the politics and competition and personal pride. Yes they are sad that they lose, but at the same time they are openly happy that there's such a young, passionate and genius player. Like, they are old and slowly exiting the world of chess, content that there's someone who will inherit their place, all in the name of that beautiful game they love so much.

[ritvishetty]

One of the best scenes in this series, really overwhelming.

[MultiSamSami]

I absolutely love this scene, not only because of this masters humbleness, but also because it mirrors the admiration of Mr. Sheiloh for Beth at the beginning of the series. Great ending