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    Checkmate
    • 2021

      Checkmate

      The Black Schoolboy Who Beat a Chess Grandmaster at 12

      • 60 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      The narrative highlights the transformative journey of a chess team composed of council estate children, showcasing their impact on a working-class community. Through their dedication and passion for the game, they challenge the traditional perception of chess as a sport reserved for the privileged, fostering a sense of belonging and inspiration among their peers. This account emphasizes themes of empowerment, community spirit, and the breaking down of social barriers through the love of chess.

      Checkmate