Description: (English Chess Grandmaster)
Nigel Short is a highly accomplished English chess grandmaster, esteemed columnist, coach, and commentator. He attained the grandmaster title at a young age and reached an impressive third rank globally by FIDE. Short made history by becoming the first English player to challenge the legendary Garry Kasparov in a World Chess Championship match. His remarkable contributions to the chess community were honored with the award of Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE), recognizing his significant influence on the sport.