Bobby Fischer in Iceland – 45 years ago (4)

The challenger, tormented by the cameras installed in the playing hall, traumatically lost the first game of his match against World Champion Boris Spassky. He continued his vigorous protest, and when his demands were not met Fischer did not turn up for game two. He was forfeited and the score was 0-2. Bobby booked a flight back to New York, but practically at the very last moment decided to play game three – in an isolated ping-pong room!

Bobby Fischer in Iceland – 45 years ago (1)

Bobby Fischer in Iceland – 45 years ago (2)

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50 years since Bobby Fischer won international chess crown — AP Photos

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