Who has won the most chess world championships?

Games. Bobby Fischer, world-record holder for most consecutive victories in master chess. | Photo: Wikipedia. In the title run that ultimately culminated in his match with Boris Spassky, Bobby Fischer won a remarkable 20 games against elite competition.

Who is the greatest chess master of all time?

Magnus Carlsen
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Who defeated Capablanca?

Alexander Alekhine
After Capablanca broke his spell, he spent six years holding the title. He was eventually defeated by the Russian-French chess player Alexander Alekhine in a series of games played in Buenos Aires between September and November 1927. Alekhine ended up winning six, losing three and drawing 25.

How often does the World Team Chess Championship take place?

A full round is played by the teams, meaning that each team plays against every other team. At the first tournament, in 1985, teams consisted of six players, since then of four players. Reserve players are permitted. From 1985 the championship was held every four years, since 2011 every two years.

Which is the most important chess tournament in the world?

In chess, this tournament and the Chess Olympiads are the most important international tournaments for teams. The strongest national teams in the world participate, and also some teams representing a continent.

Where was the 2013 IPC Athletics World Championships held?

The 2013 IPC Athletics World Championships was the biggest track and field competition for athletes with a disability since the 2012 Summer Paralympics. It was held in Lyon, France and lasted from 20 to 28 July. Around 1,100 athletes competed, from 94 different countries.