Archive · 23 Aug 2025
Kasparov Jokes Ahead of Anand Exhibition Match
Garry Kasparov and Viswanathan Anand, two famous chess players, are going to play an exhibition match.
Kasparov joked that he might let Anand win to help him improve his score against Kasparov.
The match is part of the Clutch Chess Series.
Kasparov noted that Anand is playing very well now.
He also commented on another player's recent win, saying it was fair but not quite the same as past world titles, implying that Magnus Carlsen is still the strongest player.
Garry Kasparov will face Viswanathan Anand in an exhibition chess match.
Kasparov playfully suggested giving Anand a chance to improve their score.
The match is part of the Clutch Chess Series.
Kasparov acknowledged Anand's strong current form.
Kasparov commented on D. Gukesh's World Championship victory, stating it was fair.
- Who
- Garry Kasparov and Viswanathan Anand.
- What
- An exhibition chess match between Garry Kasparov and Viswanathan Anand.
- When
- The match is scheduled for October as part of the Clutch Chess Series.
- Where
- The location is not specified.
- Why
- To compete in an exhibition match as part of the Clutch Chess Series.
Kasparov's View on World Championship Titles
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Title Significance
Kasparov's View on World Championship Titles
The current World Championship title won by Gukesh is not equivalent to the titles of the past, particularly during his own or Magnus Carlsen's eras.
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- Participants
- Garry Kasparov, Viswanathan Anand
- Event Type
- Exhibition Match
- Series
- Clutch Chess
