World Chess Hall of Fame
The World Chess Hall of Fame honors the most legendary players, influential figures, and game-changing contributors from around the globe. These inductees have left an indelible mark on chess history, inspiring generations to come.
The World Chess Hall of Fame inductees are nominated by representatives of the World Chess Federation (Fédération Internationale des Échecs, FIDE).
Robert (Bobby) James Fischer
inducted 1986 (U.S.) | 2001 (World)
Paul Charles Morphy
inducted 1986 (U.S.) | 2001 (World)
José Raúl Capablanca
inducted 2001
Garry Kasparov
inducted 2005
Anatoly Karpov
inducted 2004
Alexander Alekhine
inducted 2004
Machgielis (Max) Euwe
inducted 2004
Mikhail Tal
inducted 2003
Boris Spassky
inducted 2003
Vasily Smyslov
inducted 2003
Tigran Petrosian
inducted 2003
Mikhail Botvinnik
inducted 2003
