Classic game analysis
Kasparov's Hunt: Garry Kasparov vs Veselin Topalov
Kasparov's rook sacrifice on d4 launched one of the most famous king hunts in modern chess history.
- White
- Garry Kasparov
- Black
- Veselin Topalov
- Year
- 1999
- Result
- White won · 1-0
- Opening
- B07
Why this classic game matters
Kasparov's rook sacrifice on d4 launched a modern king hunt, with Topalov's king chased across the board.
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