Bobby Fischer, the legendary American chess grandmaster standing at a commanding 6ft 1 (185.4 cm), dominated the chess world with a presence as towering as his height.
His stature, officially listed as 185 cm on his Icelandic passport, amplified his intense persona during high-stakes matches, including his historic 1972 World Championship victory over Boris Spassky, making him the first American to claim the title.
- Subject of numerous books and documentaries exploring his genius and controversies.
- Featured in Bobby Fischer Live (2009), with Damien Chapa portraying the tall, enigmatic champion.
- Included in compilations like Edward Winter's list of books on Fischer and Kasparov.