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Vladimir Kramnik
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Last updated: Jan 18, 2026
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The 14th World Classical Chess Champion, Vladimir Kramnik famously ended Garry Kasparov's 15-year reign in 2000 without losing a game. Known for his profound positional understanding and the 'Kramnik Style,' he revitalized the Berlin Defense in the Ruy Lopez. He unified the classical and FIDE titles by defeating Veselin Topalov in a controversial 2006 match. Kramnik was a pillar of the elite for over 20 years, known for his clear, logical play and contributions to opening theory.
His victory over Kasparov remains one of the most significant achievements in modern chess.
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