Mikhail Botvinnik
Mikhail Botvinnik was a Soviet chess grandmaster and three-time World Champion, known for his deep strategic understanding and contributions to chess theory. He played a historic match against David Bronstein in 1951, which ended in a draw, allowing him to retain his title.
Born on Aug 17, 1911 (113 years old)
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Mikhail Botvinnik was the first world chess champion after World War II, winning the title in 1948.
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Mikhail Botvinnik was the reigning world champion who faced David Bronstein in a dramatic match for the title in 1951.
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