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“Grand Prix Richmond Crackstyle” meme: meaning, origin and rare card

The Grand Prix Richmond Crackstyle is a viral meme from photos taken by Sid Blair in March 2014.

MyMemeCards editorial teamPublished 8 min read
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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Grand Prix Richmond Crackstyle” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71, number 21121 of the collection, and the 55th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.

What does the “Grand Prix Richmond Crackstyle” meme mean?

This meme captures the absurd humor and gentle mockery of board game enthusiasts. It highlights how immersed players become, forgetting their posture or appearance. The image symbolizes the geeky, relaxed side of tournaments, turning a technical blunder into a cult icon.

Where does the “Grand Prix Richmond Crackstyle” meme come from?

The phenomenon began on March 9, 2014, at the Grand Prix of Richmond, a major Magic: The Gathering tournament. Amateur photographer Sid Blair, also a player, left the competition after his first day. He uploaded a series of candid photos to Imgur, which were then shared on Reddit. These images captured participants from behind, often crouching or leaning, inadvertently revealing their anatomy from a ridiculous angle. The post quickly gained traction online. The term 'Crackstyle' refers specifically to this shooting angle emphasizing the buttocks cleavage. Although Blair claimed he wanted to highlight poor attire rather than mock appearances, the tournament organizer sanctioned him with an eighteen-month suspension for disrespectful behavior.

  1. 2014Upload of photos on Imgur and viral spread on Reddit.

How to use the “Grand Prix Richmond Crackstyle” meme

  • Share these shots to illustrate the excessive dedication of fans at community events.
  • Use the image as an example of spontaneous visual humor born from a framing error.
  • Cite this case to discuss ethical boundaries of photography in public spaces.

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The “Grand Prix Richmond Crackstyle” card in MyMemeCards

Grand Prix Richmond Crackstyle card
NumberNo. 21121
RarityRare
CollectionMemes World series 71
Fame73/100 · #55 of 300
Recycle value10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Memes World series 71: 300 cards
  • Rare300100%

How to get the “Grand Prix Richmond Crackstyle” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Grand Prix Richmond Crackstyle comes out of the Memes World series 71 as a rare card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.

Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 10 MemeCoins.

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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details

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Frequently asked questions

Grand Prix Richmond Crackstyle meaning?

It refers to viral photos showing card game players from an compromising angle, generated by an accidental framing mistake.

Who is Sid Blair meme?

Sid Blair is the amateur photographer responsible for the controversial shots published during the Magic: The Gathering tournament in 2014.

Why was Sid Blair banned?

The tournament organizer suspended him because his photos were deemed disrespectful to participants without their consent.

How do I get the Grand Prix Richmond Crackstyle meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Grand Prix Richmond Crackstyle” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.

How rare is the Grand Prix Richmond Crackstyle card?

It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.

Sources: Grand Prix Richmond Crackstyle | Know Your Meme · Man Goes to Magic: The Gathering Tourney, Man Shoots Pics of ... · Sid Blair: Perhaps The Strangest Magic Ban in History · checked on October 12, 2026.

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