About
A chess master who, during his time, was considered one of the most outstanding East German players ever.
Before Fame
He learned to play chess when he was 11 years old.
Trivia
He was considered to be the most highly skilled expert of the French Defense chess strategy.
Family Life
His father taught him how to play chess when he was a boy.
Associated With
He was a chief rival of chess legend Boris Spassky.
