Hastings 1972

For sale is the book.The 1971-72 Hastings 7172 International Chess TournamentSixteen contenders entered the arena, each poised to demonstrate their strategic prowess. Among them were notable players Viktor Korchnoi: A Soviet grandmaster known for his tenacity and resourcefulness. Anatoly Karpov: Another Soviet player who would later become the 12th World Chess Champion.Henrique Mecking: A Brazilian prodigy known for his tactical brilliance. Robert E. Byrne: An American grandmaster with a deep understanding of the game.The tournament followed a round-robin format, ensuring that every player faced off against every other participant. In this intense competition, both Viktor Korchnoi and Anatoly Karpov emerged as joint winners, each scoring 11 points out of 15. Their precise play and unwavering focus secured them the title.

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