Always Has Been: Chapter 1: The Serendipitous Beginnings of Garry Kasparov's Chess Legacy

In 1952, at a small chess club in Moscow, a young boy captivated by chess's complexity inadvertently began a journey that would revolutionize the game. Though his family saw chess as a mere hobby, his natural talent captured the attention of seasoned players. This serendipitous encounter seeded the rise of Garry Kasparov, one of history's greatest chess champions. His journey from a curious boy to a grandmaster transformed the global chess landscape, marking an era of innovation and mastery.