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Luigi Checking Stupid Drivers in Mario Kart

A Twitter/X post by user @javroar published on July 21, 2022, featuring a screenshot of Luigi from the Mario Kart video game series. The image shows Luigi driving a blue go-kart with a yellow 'L' emblem on the rear, wearing his iconic green hat and outfit. Above the image is the caption: 'when you pass someone to see if they look as stupid as they drive,' humorously capturing the relatable scenario of overtaking a bad driver to judge their appearance, with Luigi's focused expression enhancing the comedic effect.
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when you pass someone to see if they look as stupid as they drive

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A Twitter/X post by user @javroar published on July 21, 2022, featuring a screenshot of Luigi from the Mario Kart video game series. The image shows Luigi driving a blue go-kart with a yellow 'L' emblem on the rear, wearing his iconic green hat and outfit. Above the image is the caption: 'when you pass someone to see if they look as stupid as they drive,' humorously capturing the relatable scenario of overtaking a bad driver to judge their appearance, with Luigi's focused expression enhancing the comedic effect.

Origin notes

The meme combines a screenshot from the Mario Kart video game series (featuring Luigi driving) with an overlay text caption added by the user. It was posted on Twitter (now X) via the Twitter for iPhone app by user @javroar on July 21, 2022. The image is a remix of original Mario Kart game assets, modified with a humorous text overlay to create a relatable driving joke.

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