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About
Charismatic American chess master who is well known among fellow American chess players.
Before Fame
He played in the 1955 U.S. Junior Championship.
Trivia
His well known nickname is "Uncle Vik" and he plays at the Tacoma Chess Club, where he won the Club Championshop in 1955.
Family Life
His family was very supportive in his pursuit of chess.
Associated With
He is one of just two players to have ever beat Bobby Fischer in a timed game.