Chess History

Fischer vs Spassky 1972 explained: how the American challenger beat the Soviet champion in Reykjavik, the Cold War drama, and why it changed chess.

Paul Morphy dominated world chess for barely two years before retiring — the story of the tragic genius who was decades ahead of his time.

The Opera Game shows Paul Morphy crushing two opponents in 17 moves at a Paris opera in 1858 — a lesson in development, tempo, and attack.

Kasparov vs Topalov 1999 at Wijk aan Zee featured a stunning rook sacrifice and a king hunt across the board — one of the greatest games ever played.

The Game of the Century saw 13-year-old Bobby Fischer beat Donald Byrne in 1956 with a stunning queen sacrifice — here is why it earned the name.