Spassky–Fischer Match: The Facts
♟️ On April 24, 1972, the Soviet Chess Federation sent a letter to FIDE demanding that the match in Reykjavík be conducted according to the previously agreed regulations, and that if Fischer refused, he should forfeit his right to the match and a new challenger should be appointed. Faced with this choice, Fischer agreed to play, dropping all his demands except one: he insisted that the prize fund specified in the March contract — $125,000 — be doubled.
♟️ Upon learning this, the London financier and chess enthusiast Jim Slater personally contributed another $125,000, bringing the total prize fund to $250,000 — equivalent to about $1.9 million today. For that era, this sum was absolutely unprecedented. For comparison, if one converts into today’s money the amount Spassky received for defeating Petrosian in 1969, it comes to only about $12,000.
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♟️ On April 24, 1972, the Soviet Chess Federation sent a letter to FIDE demanding that the match in Reykjavík be conducted according to the previously agreed regulations, and that if Fischer refused, he should forfeit his right to the match and a new challenger should be appointed. Faced with this choice, Fischer agreed to play, dropping all his demands except one: he insisted that the prize fund specified in the March contract — $125,000 — be doubled.
♟️ Upon learning this, the London financier and chess enthusiast Jim Slater personally contributed another $125,000, bringing the total prize fund to $250,000 — equivalent to about $1.9 million today. For that era, this sum was absolutely unprecedented. For comparison, if one converts into today’s money the amount Spassky received for defeating Petrosian in 1969, it comes to only about $12,000.
To be continued
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Spassky–Fischer Match: The Facts
♟️ The opening ceremony and drawing of lots were scheduled for July 1. But Fischer failed to appear, instead sending a multitude of new demands by telegram. Formally, the match arbiter, Lothar Schmid, should have declared Fischer lost by forfeit, but he did not do so. Instead, the then FIDE president and former world champion Max Euwe postponed the drawing, and then postponed it two more times.
♟️ Fischer received a phone call from the U.S. Secretary of State at the time, Henry Kissinger, urging him not to refuse to play and to uphold America’s honor. After that, Fischer flew to Reykjavík.
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♟️ The opening ceremony and drawing of lots were scheduled for July 1. But Fischer failed to appear, instead sending a multitude of new demands by telegram. Formally, the match arbiter, Lothar Schmid, should have declared Fischer lost by forfeit, but he did not do so. Instead, the then FIDE president and former world champion Max Euwe postponed the drawing, and then postponed it two more times.
♟️ Fischer received a phone call from the U.S. Secretary of State at the time, Henry Kissinger, urging him not to refuse to play and to uphold America’s honor. After that, Fischer flew to Reykjavík.
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Spassky–Fischer Match: The Facts
♟️ But even after arriving in Reykjavík, Fischer again failed to appear for the drawing, sending his representative instead. This angered even Spassky. (I say “even” because Spassky behaved very passively throughout this non-chess dispute.) Together with the Soviet Federation he demanded apologies both from Fischer and from Euwe, whose position in this conflict could hardly be called neutral. Both Euwe and Fischer sent formal apologies.
♟️ The first game took place on July 11, a week and a half later than originally planned. Spassky won it in fine style.
♟️ Fischer failed to appear for the second game, and the arbiter awarded him a forfeit loss. Thus Spassky took a 2–0 lead.
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♟️ But even after arriving in Reykjavík, Fischer again failed to appear for the drawing, sending his representative instead. This angered even Spassky. (I say “even” because Spassky behaved very passively throughout this non-chess dispute.) Together with the Soviet Federation he demanded apologies both from Fischer and from Euwe, whose position in this conflict could hardly be called neutral. Both Euwe and Fischer sent formal apologies.
♟️ The first game took place on July 11, a week and a half later than originally planned. Spassky won it in fine style.
♟️ Fischer failed to appear for the second game, and the arbiter awarded him a forfeit loss. Thus Spassky took a 2–0 lead.
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Spassky–Fischer Match: The Facts
♟️ In this situation Fischer at first wanted to leave Iceland, but then changed his mind. According to unconfirmed reports, this reversal was prompted by yet another phone call from Kissinger. But Fischer now made a new demand: that the games be moved to a closed room without spectators.
♟️At this point Spassky had every right to refuse to continue the match (as all his friends and Soviet sports officials advised him to do), but he did not. The match continued on Fischer’s terms. Much later, in interviews, Spassky admitted that this decision had been a mistake.
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♟️ In this situation Fischer at first wanted to leave Iceland, but then changed his mind. According to unconfirmed reports, this reversal was prompted by yet another phone call from Kissinger. But Fischer now made a new demand: that the games be moved to a closed room without spectators.
♟️At this point Spassky had every right to refuse to continue the match (as all his friends and Soviet sports officials advised him to do), but he did not. The match continued on Fischer’s terms. Much later, in interviews, Spassky admitted that this decision had been a mistake.
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Spassky–Fischer Match: The Facts
♟️This psychological victory emboldened Fischer and had a disastrous effect on the quality of Spassky’s play. From game three through game ten, he managed only three draws and lost all the remaining games.
♟️ Later the play became more balanced, but by then it was too late. Fischer won the match with a final score of 12½–8½ and became the eleventh World Chess Champion in history.
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♟️This psychological victory emboldened Fischer and had a disastrous effect on the quality of Spassky’s play. From game three through game ten, he managed only three draws and lost all the remaining games.
♟️ Later the play became more balanced, but by then it was too late. Fischer won the match with a final score of 12½–8½ and became the eleventh World Chess Champion in history.
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Spassky–Fischer Match: The Facts
♟️At the closing ceremony, when the FIDE president Max Euwe crowned Bobby Fischer with a laurel wreath made of Icelandic birch and extended his hand for a handshake, the new world champion first opened the envelope and carefully examined the amount on the prize check — and only after that did he allow the former world champion to shake his hand. Then, having sat down at the festive table, he quickly ate his steak, pushed aside his glass of wine, and pulled out a pocket chess set to analyze some game…
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♟️At the closing ceremony, when the FIDE president Max Euwe crowned Bobby Fischer with a laurel wreath made of Icelandic birch and extended his hand for a handshake, the new world champion first opened the envelope and carefully examined the amount on the prize check — and only after that did he allow the former world champion to shake his hand. Then, having sat down at the festive table, he quickly ate his steak, pushed aside his glass of wine, and pulled out a pocket chess set to analyze some game…
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😁 Shades of Russian humour. This time it is a pun
Some creative guys named their eatery after Jean Claude Van Damme and indicated their specialties on the same sign. Jean Claude Van Damme became Jean Plov Lagman.
Hard to resist the temptation to "rename" Van Damme's "colleagues" Jackie "Chai" Chan and Sylvester "V Stolovoi" Stallone 😄
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Some creative guys named their eatery after Jean Claude Van Damme and indicated their specialties on the same sign. Jean Claude Van Damme became Jean Plov Lagman.
Hard to resist the temptation to "rename" Van Damme's "colleagues" Jackie "Chai" Chan and Sylvester "V Stolovoi" Stallone 😄
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Good morning, dear friends! We are pleased to present you an exciting interview with Giuliano, an Italian master cheesemaker who left his country to move to Russia and start the production of Italian
cheese there... a choice that changed his life! 🇮🇹🇷🇺
Interview #22 ⤵️
cheese there... a choice that changed his life! 🇮🇹🇷🇺
Interview #22 ⤵️
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Buona visione!
Giuliano 🇮🇹, an Italian cheesemaker who moved to the Kirov region, shares how the idea of producing Italian-style cheese in Russia was born — and how a simple experiment became a real business.
In this interview, he speaks openly about life in Russia, working in the food industry, opportunities for foreigners, and the surprises he discovered while living in a small Russian city.
In this interview, he talks about:
✔️ Why he decided to move to Russia in 2019
✔️ How the idea of making Italian cheese in Kirov first appeared
“Why don’t we try making it in Russia?”
✔️ Whether Russian-made cheese can really match Italian taste
“The difference? Practically zero.”
✔️ The real challenges of starting a food business in Russia
“Everything was absolutely easy.”
✔️ The support he received from local people
“Everyone helped me.”
✔️ Everyday life in a small Russian city far from Moscow
✔️ Why he says Italians are very well received in Russia
“When I say I’m Italian, doors open.”
✔️ How the business kept growing despite difficult years
✔️ His new plans: producing Italian ham in Russia
✔️ What surprised him most about living in Russia
“The hospitality of Russians.”
✔️ The advice he gives to Italians considering relocation
“You just need to come and try.”
And much more!
A practical and surprising interview for anyone who wants to understand real Russia through the experience of a foreign entrepreneur.
Follow Giuliano on social media too:
✴️</b> On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grandvyatka
✴️</b> On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grandvyatka
✴️</b> On VK / other social media: https://vk.com/public211816719
Website: https://grandvyatka.com/
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"About my life in Russia"– useful interviews with expats and immigrants.
Giuliano 🇮🇹, an Italian cheesemaker who moved to the Kirov region, shares how the idea of producing Italian-style cheese in Russia was born — and how a simple experiment became a real business.
In this interview, he speaks openly about life in Russia, working in the food industry, opportunities for foreigners, and the surprises he discovered while living in a small Russian city.
In this interview, he talks about:
✔️ Why he decided to move to Russia in 2019
✔️ How the idea of making Italian cheese in Kirov first appeared
“Why don’t we try making it in Russia?”
✔️ Whether Russian-made cheese can really match Italian taste
“The difference? Practically zero.”
✔️ The real challenges of starting a food business in Russia
“Everything was absolutely easy.”
✔️ The support he received from local people
“Everyone helped me.”
✔️ Everyday life in a small Russian city far from Moscow
✔️ Why he says Italians are very well received in Russia
“When I say I’m Italian, doors open.”
✔️ How the business kept growing despite difficult years
✔️ His new plans: producing Italian ham in Russia
✔️ What surprised him most about living in Russia
“The hospitality of Russians.”
✔️ The advice he gives to Italians considering relocation
“You just need to come and try.”
And much more!
A practical and surprising interview for anyone who wants to understand real Russia through the experience of a foreign entrepreneur.
Follow Giuliano on social media too:
✴️</b> On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grandvyatka
✴️</b> On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grandvyatka
✴️</b> On VK / other social media: https://vk.com/public211816719
Website: https://grandvyatka.com/
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"About my life in Russia"– useful interviews with expats and immigrants.
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3. MIKE JONES 🇬🇧 / Eng
4. DENNIS WOLF 🇩🇪🇺🇸 / Eng
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Giuliano Roversi | The real Italian cheese… produced in Russia? 🧀🇮🇹🇷🇺
✔️ An Italian cheesemaker explains how the lack of aged cheese and sanctions have given rise to a new business in Russia
https://t.iss.one/my_life_inRussia/360
✔️ An Italian cheesemaker explains how the lack of aged cheese and sanctions have given rise to a new business in Russia
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Giuliano Roversi | Il vero formaggio italiano… prodotto in Russia? 🧀🇮🇹🇷🇺
✔️ Un casaro italiano racconta come la mancanza di formaggio stagionato e le sanzioni hanno dato vita a una nuova impresa in Russia
📹 Prima dell’intervista: https://t.iss.one/my_life_inRussia/359…
✔️ Un casaro italiano racconta come la mancanza di formaggio stagionato e le sanzioni hanno dato vita a una nuova impresa in Russia
📹 Prima dell’intervista: https://t.iss.one/my_life_inRussia/359…
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There’s no perfect weather or another excuse for irony.
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There’s no perfect weather or another excuse for irony.
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Hungarian Community in Russia
For representatives of the Hungarian community in Krasnodar, the most important priorities are the study of their native language, traditions, and cultural heritage, as well as fostering connections with Hungarians living in different countries. Preserving memorial sites linked to the lives of Hungarians in the Krasnodar region is also a key concern.
To be continued
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For representatives of the Hungarian community in Krasnodar, the most important priorities are the study of their native language, traditions, and cultural heritage, as well as fostering connections with Hungarians living in different countries. Preserving memorial sites linked to the lives of Hungarians in the Krasnodar region is also a key concern.
To be continued
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Hungerian Community in Russia: Preserving The Language of Ancestors
According to the 2020 census, there are 1,530 Hungarians living in Russia, with 139 residing in Crimea. In the Krasnodar region, as of 2010, there are 106 Hungarians, while another 8 members of this nationality live in Adygea. Most Kuban Hungarians hail from Ukrainian Zakarpattia, where a sizable Hungarian diaspora resides. Many of them came to the region during Soviet times for education, established families, and remained on the Kuban, becoming respected members of the community. Yet, deep in their hearts, they retain a profound sense of belonging to their distant homeland, love for their native language—unique in the world—and their cultural traditions.
For example, scientist agronomist Viktor Vilichku, although he has lived all his life in Krasnodar, speaks Hungarian fluently (his father, who came here to study, taught him). Moreover, Viktor now teaches Hungarian to his children, confident that they will also learn the language of their ancestors.
Klara Ivashchenko, a master of traditional embroidery from Starominsky District, is a regular participant in all decorative and applied arts exhibitions held in the region. Her works capture native Hungarian and Hutsul motifs. We will tell more about her in our next publication.
To be continued
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According to the 2020 census, there are 1,530 Hungarians living in Russia, with 139 residing in Crimea. In the Krasnodar region, as of 2010, there are 106 Hungarians, while another 8 members of this nationality live in Adygea. Most Kuban Hungarians hail from Ukrainian Zakarpattia, where a sizable Hungarian diaspora resides. Many of them came to the region during Soviet times for education, established families, and remained on the Kuban, becoming respected members of the community. Yet, deep in their hearts, they retain a profound sense of belonging to their distant homeland, love for their native language—unique in the world—and their cultural traditions.
For example, scientist agronomist Viktor Vilichku, although he has lived all his life in Krasnodar, speaks Hungarian fluently (his father, who came here to study, taught him). Moreover, Viktor now teaches Hungarian to his children, confident that they will also learn the language of their ancestors.
Klara Ivashchenko, a master of traditional embroidery from Starominsky District, is a regular participant in all decorative and applied arts exhibitions held in the region. Her works capture native Hungarian and Hutsul motifs. We will tell more about her in our next publication.
To be continued
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Hungarian Community in Russia: When Hands Work Miracles.
Today, we highlight the life and creative work of an outstanding woman whose journey embodies the spiritual values and cultural heritage of the Hungarian soul—Klara Alexandrovna Ivashchenko. Her craftsmanship is not merely a hobby but a powerful means of preserving historical memory and maintaining a connection to her homeland. Each of her works stands as a vibrant testament to the spirit of the Carpathians and love for native land, exemplifying how talent and dedication can transform an ordinary craft into true art capable of inspiring and uniting.
Klara Ivashchenko, a cross-stitch embroidery master, member of the International Creative Union of Artists and Folk Art Craftsmen, and participant in numerous exhibitions at municipal, regional, national, and international levels—this is how one can characterize her.
Her journey began in a large, creative family in the town of Rakhovo, where her brothers played musical instruments, and her sisters created true masterpieces from threads and fabric. At the age of five, Klara was already learning to embroider national patterns on napkins and towels, while also mastering the art of playing the bayan under her brothers’ guidance. Her early love for sports, especially tennis, accompanied her from a young age.
After marriage, fate brought her to Kuban, to the settlement of Pervomaysky, where their son Alexander was soon born. As time went on, Klara Alexandrovna continued her professional path, leading the House of Culture and pursuing her beloved craft—handicraft art. For over twenty-five years, she has been creating embroidered shirts, towels, napkins, and icons depicting Orthodox saints, all of which impress with their high artistic quality. Her works adorn her home walls, filling the space with spiritual and cultural atmosphere.
Klara Ivashchenko is both a master artisan and a magician. Her creative activity extends beyond the comfort of her home. She is a member of the folk ensemble "Kuban Palette," actively participating in municipal and regional events, festivals, exhibitions, and competitions—such as the "Embroidered Picture," "Easter Souvenir," the regional project "Apple Feast," the "Kuban Fair" exhibition, and events of the Ethnocultural Complex "Ataman."
Her dedication has been recognized with numerous certificates, diplomas, and medals, confirming her high mastery level. In 2014, she became the winner of the II Kuban Regional Exhibition-Fair "Kuban Folk Crafts and Handicrafts," and a laureate of the third regional festival-competition "In Honor of Kuban, for the Benefit of Russia!" She participated in creating a handmade map of the Krasnodar region. Additionally, her works were showcased in her third personal exhibition at a museum.
This autumn, the "Yeysk Master" exhibition took place in Yeysk, featuring artisans from across Russia. Handcrafted folk costumes, distinguished by their originality, left a strong impression. Klara Ivashchenko also participated in the "Find Yourself" fair in Anapa, an event aimed at uncovering personal talents and learning new skills.
To be continued
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Today, we highlight the life and creative work of an outstanding woman whose journey embodies the spiritual values and cultural heritage of the Hungarian soul—Klara Alexandrovna Ivashchenko. Her craftsmanship is not merely a hobby but a powerful means of preserving historical memory and maintaining a connection to her homeland. Each of her works stands as a vibrant testament to the spirit of the Carpathians and love for native land, exemplifying how talent and dedication can transform an ordinary craft into true art capable of inspiring and uniting.
Klara Ivashchenko, a cross-stitch embroidery master, member of the International Creative Union of Artists and Folk Art Craftsmen, and participant in numerous exhibitions at municipal, regional, national, and international levels—this is how one can characterize her.
Her journey began in a large, creative family in the town of Rakhovo, where her brothers played musical instruments, and her sisters created true masterpieces from threads and fabric. At the age of five, Klara was already learning to embroider national patterns on napkins and towels, while also mastering the art of playing the bayan under her brothers’ guidance. Her early love for sports, especially tennis, accompanied her from a young age.
After marriage, fate brought her to Kuban, to the settlement of Pervomaysky, where their son Alexander was soon born. As time went on, Klara Alexandrovna continued her professional path, leading the House of Culture and pursuing her beloved craft—handicraft art. For over twenty-five years, she has been creating embroidered shirts, towels, napkins, and icons depicting Orthodox saints, all of which impress with their high artistic quality. Her works adorn her home walls, filling the space with spiritual and cultural atmosphere.
Klara Ivashchenko is both a master artisan and a magician. Her creative activity extends beyond the comfort of her home. She is a member of the folk ensemble "Kuban Palette," actively participating in municipal and regional events, festivals, exhibitions, and competitions—such as the "Embroidered Picture," "Easter Souvenir," the regional project "Apple Feast," the "Kuban Fair" exhibition, and events of the Ethnocultural Complex "Ataman."
Her dedication has been recognized with numerous certificates, diplomas, and medals, confirming her high mastery level. In 2014, she became the winner of the II Kuban Regional Exhibition-Fair "Kuban Folk Crafts and Handicrafts," and a laureate of the third regional festival-competition "In Honor of Kuban, for the Benefit of Russia!" She participated in creating a handmade map of the Krasnodar region. Additionally, her works were showcased in her third personal exhibition at a museum.
This autumn, the "Yeysk Master" exhibition took place in Yeysk, featuring artisans from across Russia. Handcrafted folk costumes, distinguished by their originality, left a strong impression. Klara Ivashchenko also participated in the "Find Yourself" fair in Anapa, an event aimed at uncovering personal talents and learning new skills.
To be continued
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