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What is the "Immortal Game" known for?

  • Brilliant sacrifices

  • Longest game

  • Fastest checkmate

  • Most draws

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The "Immortal Game" is renowned for its extraordinary sacrifices. Played in 1851 between Adolf Anderssen and Lionel Kieseritzky, this chess game showcased a series of bold and imaginative moves, where pieces were sacrificed to gain a positional advantage and ultimately deliver checkmate. The game's brilliance lies in the intricate combinations and sacrifices that led to a stunning victory for Anderssen, earning it the title of "Immortal."
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