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Garry Kasparov: The Legendary Chess Master
Early Life and Career
Garry Kimovich Kasparov, born Garik Kimovich Weinstein on April 13, 1963, is a Soviet-born chess grandmaster and former World Chess Champion. Born in Baku, Azerbaijan, Kasparov became the USSR under-18 chess champion at the remarkable age of 12.Ascension to World Champion
In 1985, at the age of 22, Kasparov faced the legendary Anatoly Karpov for the World Chess Championship. Kasparov's victory made him the youngest world champion in history, a record he holds to this day. He held the title for 15 years, defending it successfully against numerous challengers.Kasparov is widely considered one of the greatest chess players of all time. His exceptional intellect, aggressive style, and innovative strategies revolutionized the game. He retired from competitive chess in 2005 and has since become a renowned author, speaker, and political activist.
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