Chess is an intellectual and tactical game. A player must not only be able to foresee their own moves several moves in advance, but also those of their adversaries. While it is well known that being a professional chess player requires a high level of talent, many people are unaware that competing may also be a financially rewarding activity. The competition winners stand to gain millions, making the most successful individuals extremely wealthy. Here are the top 10 chess players in terms of wealth. 10. Vladimir Borisovich Kramnik – $2 Million Vladimir Borisovich Kramnik held the title of Classical World Chess Champion from 2000 to 2006. In both 2006 and 2007, he was the unchallenged world chess champion. At the Chess Olympiads, Kramnik has also achieved great success, taking home three team gold medals and three individual medals. Kramnik is currently ranked ninth all-time in terms of player rating. 9. Viswanathan Anand – $3 Million Viswanathan Anand was the first Grandmaster fr...
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