Classic game · 1927Black won

Alekhine Leads

White

Jose Raul Capablanca

vs

Black

Alexander Alekhine

Alekhine outplayed Capablanca in a complex strategic struggle to take the lead in their world championship match.

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White
Jose Raul Capablanca
Black
Alexander Alekhine
Year
1927
Result
Black won · 0-1

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Alekhine combined queenside pressure and endgame precision to score a pivotal championship victory with Black.

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