DTFC - Kasparov biography.

Garry Kasparov, born April 13, 1963 in Baku, Azerbaijan, is a chess grandmaster and considered one of the greatest players of all time. During his career, Kasparov dominated the chess world and set numerous records.

Kasparov started playing chess at a young age and was quickly noted for his exceptional talent. At the age of 15, he became the junior champion of the Soviet Union and was awarded the grandmaster title at the age of 17. In 1985, at the age of 22, he became the youngest world champion in history by defeating champion Anatoly Karpov in a thrilling duel that lasted several months.

During his reign as world champion, Kasparov successfully defended his title on several occasions against renowned challengers. His aggressive play style, combined with a deep strategic understanding, made him a formidable opponent. In addition to his success in classical chess, he also excelled in rapid chess and computer chess.

In 1997, Kasparov made history by taking on IBM's Deep Blue supercomputer in a highly publicized matchup. Although he lost the match, this pioneering event marked a milestone in the relationship between chess and artificial intelligence.

In addition to his playing career, Kasparov has been a prolific author, chess analyst, and political activist. After retiring from competitive chess in 2005, he has dedicated himself to promoting education and democracy, and has been critical of the Russian government.

Garry Kasparov's contribution to chess and his impact on the game make him a legendary figure and an inspiration to generations of chess players. His tireless focus, his audacity and his genius have left an indelible mark on chess history.

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