Karpov: A Russian MP sanctioned by the EU is a chess legend – Marca English

The European Union responded to Russia's actions in Ukraine with yet more sanctions against the Kremlin and its allies on Thursday, and one such individual who has been sanctioned is chess legend Anatoli Karpov.

The former Chess master was deputy of the Russian Duma, however the sanctions placed upon him will prevent him from moving through European territory.

He turns 71 years old in May, and has been a long-time member of Vladimir Putin's United Russian party.

He has created 46 schools for chess across the globe, however his work will now be under the microscope and be affected by the war in Ukraine.

These sanctions have been approved by the EU and they encompass a lot more famous and wealthy Russians, with 351 members of the Duma and 27 high-ranking officials also being named on the list.

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