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Garry Kasparov Clarifies Viral Comment on Rahul Gandhi's Chess Skills

Chess legend Garry Kasparov stresses his viral social media remark about Rahul Gandhi was humorous, not a political statement.

  • Kasparov responded to a social media post, emphasizing his comment was a joke and should not be seen as political expertise.
  • The chess grandmaster's remark followed Rahul Gandhi's claim of being the best chess player among Indian politicians.
  • Kasparov, a retired chess champion and political activist, expressed hope his jest would not be misconstrued as serious political commentary.
  • The interaction highlights the intersection of sports and politics, with Kasparov playfully advising Gandhi to 'win Rae Bareli before challenging for the top.'
  • The viral exchange has sparked widespread discussion, blending the worlds of international chess and Indian electoral politics.
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