Bobby Fischer Chess Prodigy and Icon

Bobby Fischer, born in 1943, was an American chess prodigy and one of the greatest players in history. He became a global icon during the Cold War, famously defeating Boris Spassky in the 1972 World Chess Championship. Despite his early success, Fischer's later years were marked by erratic behavior, legal troubles, and controversial statements. He sought asylum in Iceland, where he lived until his death in 2008. His legacy as a chess genius endures.
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