Man v Machine: Computer still failing chess test

Chess master Garry Kasparov has maintained his lead over Deep Junior, in the Man v Machine chess match, after he forced a draw in the second round of the six game series.

According to reports Kasparov dominated, aggressively taking the game to Deep Junior, but eventually settled on the draw rather than risk defeat with more daring moves.

The draw leaves Kasparov one up after a victory in the first match as he attempts to avenge a defeat to Deep Blue in 1997.

According to Kasparov, his lead in the competition proves that mankind "still have some time before being wiped out by machines". Which is nice to know.

Kasparov and Junior will lock horns again later this week. If Kasparov wins over the series he stands to receive prize money of £185,000 - but win, lose or draw he will still walk away with an appearance fee of £350,000 for his troubles.