A legend visits Salzgitter: Vasyl Ivanchuk shines in 31-board simul

A world star up close: Ukrainian legendary grandmaster Vasyl Ivanchuk created an extraordinary chess celebration in Salzgitter-Bad. In a simultaneous exhibition at the Salzgitter-Bad grammar school, he faced 31 opponents at once – pupils, teachers and club players. The former world number two scored wins on all 31 boards. | Photos: Carolin Köpp