Anthony Miles went down in the history as the first English-born GM. In many ways, England owes the boom that catapulted this country to the second position in the chess hierarchy to Tony Miles.
After Miles’ triumph at the Junior World Championship (Manila 1974) it was obvious that he would become a Grandmaster.
Miles left university – without finishing his studies, although he was given an honorary degree for his chess accomplishments – and became a chess professional. His life transformed into an endless chain of tournaments all around the globe.
Miles played in a very vivid, inventive, and aggressive style. His love for non-standard openings is well known. He beat many top GMs in these seemingly dubious variations. Sometimes he handled classical positions poorly, but in complicated, original situations he was in his element.
The ten-year span from the mid-seventies to the mid-eighties was Miles’ golden age. He was the habitué and winner of many strong events. However, when it came to the quest for the chess crown Miles had no luck.
Up to his untimely death Miles remained a very dangerous chess fighter.Miles passed away in his sleep at his home in his native Birmingham, where he was born 46 years ago. Many in the chess world still can’t believe what happened. He will go down in history as an outstanding GM.
You can read more about Antony Miles at
www.clubkasparov.com
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