Backgammon: The World’s Oldest Board Game

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Backgammon is one of the oldest board games in the world, with origins stretching back thousands of years. Played with nothing more than dice and strategy, it has stood the test of time, from ancient civilizations to today’s competitive arenas. But beyond its long history lies a very human story. Meet Akiko Yazawa, a Backgammon World Champion who not only mastered the game but also overcame a battle with cancer. In this film, you’ll learn the origins of backgammon, how to play it, and the strategies that separate casual players from championsl, and discover how one woman’s fight for her life made her unstoppable at the world’s oldest board game. 00:00 - Intro: The World's Oldest Game 00:14 - What You'll Learn 00:25 - Backgammon Basics 01:18 - The Ancient Origins 02:02 - Key Strategies 02:52 - Common Mistakes to Avoid 03:45 - How to Win at Backgammon 04:30 - Final Tips and Recap #backgammon #boardgames #dice #games Welcome to Great Big Story — Where the extraordinary hides in plain sight. From forgotten histories and unsung heroes to mind-blowing innovations and mesmerising cultures, We’re a global storytelling collective obsessed with the extraordinary tucked inside the everyday. Our producers are filmmakers, adventurers, and curious souls who believe a great story can change how you see the world. We publish new videos every week. Please join us in exploring a world of fascinating perspectives around history, culture, technology, food, real life stories, and beyond. Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/