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Today in History: Garry Kasparov crowned youngest World Chess Champion at 22

11/9/2025

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On November 9, 1985, Garry Kasparov, at just 22 years old, became the youngest World Chess Champion by defeating Anatoly Karpov. This victory marked the beginning of Kasparov's reign, during which he held the title until 2000 and set numerous records, including the highest FIDE rating of 2851 in 1999.

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On November 9, 1985, Garry Kasparov, at just 22 years old, became the youngest World Chess Champion by defeating Anatoly Karpov. This victory marked the beginning of Kasparov's reign, during which he held the title until 2000 and set numerous records, including the highest FIDE rating of 2851 in 1999.