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Who was the First official World Chess Champion?

  1. Paul Morphy

  2. Alexander Alekhine

  3. Wilhelm Steinitz

  4. Max Euwe
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Explanation

Wilhelm Steinitz became the first official World Chess Champion in 1886 after defeating Johannes Zukertort in a match. He held the title until 1894. Paul Morphy was a brilliant player but retired before official championships began, while Alekhine and Euwe were champions in the 20th century.

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