What was the "Ink War"?
A feud with another player
Controversy over rule changes
A bitter and abusive debate over chess styles
A controversial game he played
Answer
The Ink War was a bitter and abusive debate over chess styles in the 19th century between Wilhelm Steinitz, the first official World Chess Champion, and his challenger Johannes Zukertort. Steinitz believed that the game was won by good position and accurate calculation, while Zukertort believed that a more aggressive approach was needed. The debate became increasingly acrimonious, with both players trading insults and accusations.
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