World Championship 2010 stamp

Curious fact

The stamp was designed by Bulgarian artist Georgi Yankov

The stamp commemorates the 2010 World Chess Championship, where the reigning world champion, Viswanathan Anand, faced off against challenger Veselin Topalov for the coveted title. The match, held in Sofia, Bulgaria, spanned from April 24 to May 13, 2010. In a thrilling conclusion, Anand secured victory in the final game, winning the match 6½–5½ and retaining his title as World Chess Champion.