Boris Vasilyevich Spassky
Boris Vasilyevich Spassky was a Russian chess grandmaster born on January 30, 1937, in Leningrad (now Saint Petersburg). He became the 10th World Chess Champion in 1969, famously known for his 'Match of the Century' against American Bobby Fischer in 1972 during the Cold War, a match that drew global attention. Spassky's chess career began early, earning the title of International Master at just 16 years old and going on to win numerous championships, including six Olympiads representing the Soviet Union. His strategic gameplay and contributions to chess theory left a lasting legacy in the chess community. Spassky passed away at the age of 88 on February 27, 2023.
Born on Jan 30, 1937 (88 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Vietnam | 1 | 9.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 97,338,583 | 44,939 | $340,000 | 157$ |
| Totals | 1 | 97,338,583 | 44,939 | $340,000 | 157$ |
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Boris Spassky, the 10th World Chess Champion, passed away at the age of 88.
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