What If Fischer Had Played Karpov in 1975?

IM Cyrus Lakdawala contributed to this article. In 1975, Bobby Fischer and Anatoly Karpov were set to play for the world chess championship. Fischer, the reigning world champion, argued with the world chess federation (FIDE) over the format for the match, and FIDE would not bend to all of his demands.

FISCHER VS. FIDE

If Anatoly Karpov had really faced Bobby Fischer in the 1975 World Championship, who would have been the champion? - Quora

If Anatoly Karpov had really faced Bobby Fischer in the 1975 World Championship, who would have been the champion? - Quora

What If Fischer Had Played Karpov in 1975?

Karpov prepares for Fischer

The 1975 World Chess Championship // Anatoly Karpov vs Robert James Fischer (Default)

Karpov - Spassky 1975, Passing the Torch

Karpov on Fischer (3/3)

Would Bobby Fischer have beaten Anatoly Karpov if they had actually played for the World Chess Championship in 1975? - Quora

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Anatoly Karpov by Edward Winter