Michael Basman, Chess Master Known for 'Bad' Openings, Dies at 76
His opening repertoire was often successful. But it should have carried a label: “Do not try these at home (or at least not in important competitions).”
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Michael Basman (1946 - 2022)
Last Wednesday, 26 October, British International Master Michael Basman died of cancer at the age of 76. A prolific chess writer, he left his mark in the chess world as an uncompromising, inventive player. Among other endeavours, he will be remembered as a founder and organizer of the UK Chess Challenge, a tournament for juniors of all standards and ages. | Photo: David Llada / FIDE
Source: chessbase.com