Emanuel Lasker

Emanuel LaskerEmanuel Lasker (1868-1941) was a German chess player and World Chess Champion for almost 30 years. He was also a mathematician and philosopher and one of the strongest chess players of all time.

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Greatest World Chess Champion of All Time?

How to judge which world chess champion is the greatest of all time? One might look at the number of years that the champion held the title, inflation-adjusted peak rating, dominance over peers, or abilities as a chess ambassador. Another criterion, adopted by this article, is how many different challengers has each world chess champion faced. More 🡢
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Infographic: All World Chess Champions

We all know that Magnus Carlsen is the World Chess Champion, but who was the first one? And when? Even less is known about women champions. You probably have heard about Susan Polgar, but who is the current woman chess champion? More 🡢
diagram of Emanuel Lasker vs. Frank Marshall chess puzzle

Emanuel Lasker vs. Frank Marshall

Put your skills to the test with this chess puzzle from Emanuel Lasker vs Frank Marshall. White to move and mate in 3.
diagram of Max Walter vs. Emanuel Lasker chess puzzle

Max Walter vs. Emanuel Lasker

Play online this chess puzzle from a game between grandmasters Max Walter and Emanuel Lasker. Black to move and win in 3.