Its launch was unsurprisingly delayed by the coronavirus pandemic, as several components required in-person collaboration, such as recording his masterclass lessons. His desire to promote the game online hasn’t diminished since then, but now, “the technology available is so far superior that the user experience is incomparably better and at a fraction of the cost.” He adds: “We can create an interactive, immersive chess experience we couldn’t dream of even ten years ago, let alone 20.” Kasparov has form for online chess, pioneering Kasparov Versus the World in 1999–”ancient history by internet standards,” he says. “I want Kasparovchess to be a permanent home for chess and players of all levels, not just those who appreciate the long history of the game and its greatest players.” “There is already a generation of kids who might think I’m ancient history like Capablanca or Fischer,” he says. Kasparov knows his status as a historic figure in chess, but wants a modern role in shaping the game for years to come. It’s also personal: Kasparovchess is a legacy project to give back to the game that has given me so much.” He continues: “I wanted to create something special for the global chess community, a place to learn and have fun.

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