Mikhail Botvinnik
Chess player and world champion
Born
August 17th, 1911
113 years ago
Died
May 5th, 1995
29 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Russia
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A prominent chess player and engineer, made significant contributions to chess theory and practice. Became World Chess Champion three times, first winning the title in 1948. Developed the Botvinnik system of chess training, combining technical study and practical play. Influenced future generations of chess players through teaching and writing. Engaged in various engineering projects and was awarded the title of Honored Master of Sports in the Soviet Union for achievements in chess.
Won the World Chess Championship in 1948
Contributed to the development of chess theory
Mentored many future chess champions
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