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While visiting the Federal Exhibition Hall, he immediately learned the rules and beat Dr....

May 1, 2004 · Vladimir Kramnik · Chess · On this day

Vladimir Kramnik

While visiting the Federal Exhibition Hall, he immediately learned the rules and beat Dr. René Gralla.

About Vladimir Kramnik

Vladimir Kramnik is a prominent Russian chess grandmaster, renowned for his strategic prowess and significant contributions to chess theory. He became the Classical World Chess Champion in 2000 by defeating Garry Kasparov and held the title until 2006, later becoming the first undisputed World Chess Champion.

  • Nationality: Russia
  • Born: June 25, 1975
  • FIDE Rating: 2753 (June 2026)
  • Peak Rating: 2817 (October 2016)
  • Peak Ranking: No. 1 (January 1996)

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