Elon Musk shakes hands with Turkish president Erdogan at World Cup final

Elon Musk and Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan shared an “awkward“ handshake at the final of World Cup 2022. The moment they greeted one another was caught on camera, with many commenting on the body language of the exchange. It appeared to be rather intense, with the handshake lasting nearly a minute as translators helped with their communication. “Duel in the Desert,“ the Tesla CEO tweeted from the stadium, adding “couldn’t ask for a better game. Incredible play.“ Watch more videos at the Independent TV: Click here to subscribe to The Independent: About The Independent: Making Change Happen. The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independently-minded. Connect with The Independent: Check out our full video catalog: Videos, daily editorial and more: Click here to get the best of The Independent daily: Like The Independent on Facebook: Follow The Independent on Twitter: Follow The Independent on Instagram: Download the iOS & Android app: Help to support truly independent journalism. Every dollar you contribute will directly fund additional special reports and investigations from a free-thinking, award-winning newsroom you can trust - Subscribe to Independent Premium for exclusive content & live events: