Greatest Chess Players of All Time
Alexander Alekhine or Viswanathan Anand
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Why This Battle Matters
How do you choose between a chess grandmaster whose strategies rewrote the game in the early 20th century and a modern genius who brought the game to dizzying new heights? Alexander Alekhine, with his daring, imaginative play, versus Viswanathan Anand, whose rapid and blitz chess dominance brought a fresh dynamism to the board. This battle isn't just about moves and counter-moves; it's about contrasting what we revere as classic with what we celebrate as innovative in the chess world. What will you champion—time-honored cunning or cutting-edge brilliance?
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How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Alexander Alekhine over Viswanathan Anand when it comes to the greatest Chess Players of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Alexander Alekhine 100.0% of the time over Viswanathan Anand.
Across all battles:
Alexander Alekhine win rate: 37.8%
Viswanathan Anand win rate: 24.2%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in the Greatest Chess Players of All Time league?
Bobby Fischer holds the top spot in the Greatest Chess Players of All Time league. For more details on the rankings, check out the GOAT List.
What makes Viswanathan Anand so popular among chess fans?
Anand is beloved for his quick thinking and versatility, using rapid play to dominate the chess world for decades. His approachable personality and willingness to embrace modern chess methods also earn him a lot of fan love.
Why is Alexander Alekhine winning by so much in the battle against Viswanathan Anand?
Alekhine's overwhelming lead might come from his deep influence on chess theory and his aggressive playing style, which has left a lasting legacy. Fans of classic chess strategies tend to prefer his innovative approach to the game.