“Fischer is the strongest player in the world. In fact, the strongest player who ever lived.”

— Robert Byrne

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About Robert Byrne

Chess Grandmaster • American

Robert Byrne was an American chess grandmaster and author who made significant contributions to the game throughout his life. He won the U.S. Chess Championship in 1972 and was a World Championship Candidate in 1974....

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