The start of the first game Alekhine-Euwe of the 1935 World Championship Match

The start of the first game of the World Championship Match between defending champion Alexander Alekhine (left) and challenger Max Euwe (right). The match took place from October to December 1935 and spanned across 13 different Dutch cities. Most games were played in Amsterdam. The first game of the match was won by Alekhine in 30 moves. Despite the horrible start (down three points by Game 10), Euwe displayed remarkable resilience, rallied back with determination, ultimately clinching the match and the coveted title.