Classic game · 1991White won

King Walk

White

Nigel Short

vs

Black

Jan Timman

Short marched his king up the board to help deliver mate, creating one of the most memorable attacking images in chess.

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White
Nigel Short
Black
Jan Timman
Year
1991
Result
White won · 1-0

Why this classic game matters

Short's king walk against Timman remains unforgettable: the king marched forward and helped deliver mate.

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