The Most Controversial Chess Championship (Karpov vs Kasparov)

The 1984-85 World Chess Championship featured a legendary showdown between the reigning champion, Anatoly Karpov, and the young challenger, Garry Kasparov. This intense competition stretched across 48 games over five months. Karpov initially surged ahead, but Kasparov fought back with creative strategies, closing the score to 5-3 in favor of Karpov.
The match ended in controversy when it was abruptly stopped, citing health concerns for both players because of the demanding schedule. This decision shocked the chess community, leaving the championship without a definitive winner. The debate over this "unfinished match" has persisted for years.
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