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The Tragic Story of the World's Greatest Chess Player

Bobby Fischer's rise and tragic fall. Ready to sleep better? You're 1 click away: https://www.magnesiumbreakthrough.com/newsthink. Use code: NEWSTHINK10 for 10% off.

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Interviews featured in video:

4:43 Carson Tonight Show interview with Bobby Fischer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QxvnEwvgfeI&t=829s
5:25 CBC interview with Bobby Fischer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jdA7I9nPhSU
10:45 60 Minutes interview with Bobby Fischer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sj2pgK-9BGg

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