Classic game · 1999White won

Kasparov's Hunt

White

Garry Kasparov

vs

Black

Veselin Topalov

Kasparov's rook sacrifice on d4 launched one of the most famous king hunts in modern chess history.

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White
Garry Kasparov
Black
Veselin Topalov
Year
1999
Result
White won · 1-0

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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