World Chess Hall of Fame
The World Chess Hall of Fame honors the most legendary chess players, influential figures, and innovative contributors from around the globe whose profound impact has shaped chess history and inspired generations. Representatives of the World Chess Federation (Fédération Internationale des Échecs, FIDE) select a new class of inductees each year, recognizing unparalleled global achievement in chess.
Vasily Smyslov
inducted 2003
Tigran Petrosian
inducted 2003
Mikhail Botvinnik
inducted 2003
Emanuel Lasker
inducted 2001
Carl Schlechter
inducted 2015
Lyudmila Rudenko
inducted 2015
Olga Rubtsova
inducted 2015
Maya Chiburdanidze
inducted 2014
Paul Keres
inducted 2014
Mikhail Chigorin (Tchigorin)
inducted 2013
Vera Menchik
inducted 2011
Elizaveta (Elizabeth) Bykova
inducted 2013
