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Capablanca's 1927 World Championship Match resignition note

Curious fact

According to the London rules of 1922 proposed by Capablanca, the challenger had to contribute $10,000 ($175,300 in 2023) to be able to challenge the champion. Alekhine raised that money in 1927

Jose Raul Capablanca resigned the last game of the 1927 World Championship match against Alexander Alekhine with a note. The 34th game was adjourned and defending champion Capablanca, realising the game was lost, decided not to continue. The match in Buenos Aires was played until either side won six games. Game 34 was Alekhine’s sixth victory, against Capablanca’s three, with 25 draws. The final score of the match was 18½-15½. Alexander Alekhine became the 4th World Chess Champion. Original text in French:Nov 29/1927Dr. A. AlekhineCher Monsieur Alekhine:J'abandonne la partie. Vous êtes donc le Champion du Monde et je vous félicite pour votre succès.Mes compliments à Monsieur Alekhine.Sincèrement à vous, J. R. CapablancaTranslation into English:Nov 29/1927Dr. A. AlekhineDear Mr. Alekhine:I give up the game. So you are the World Champion and I congratulate you on your success.My compliments to Mr. Alekhine.Sincerely yours, J. R. Capablanca

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