The Magician of Riga
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| Latvian GM Mikhail Tal in 1982 |
Introduction
The greatest attacking player of all time, Mikhail Tal, nicknamed "The Magician from Riga," was born on November 9, 1936, in Riga, Latvia. Tal was a mysterious and innovative chess player considered one of the best attackers the world has ever seen. His style, chess tactics, and persistence of sacrifices fascinated the chess community and revolutionized the game.