The Antigua and Barbuda Chess Federation recently hosted a landmark visit by renowned chess grandmaster Nigel Short, marking a significant milestone for the sport in the region. Upon his arrival, Short was warmly welcomed by key figures of the federation, including President Hannibal Fleming, Vice President Matthew Bailey, and Media Manager Julian Piper. The visit commenced with a social gathering at the Cedar Valley Golf Club, attended by cricket legend Sir Vivian Richards and Leon “Kuma” Rodney, President of the Antigua and Barbuda Cricket Association. During the event, Sir Vivian shared his personal connection to chess, reminiscing about his interactions with Viswanathan Anand and the inspiration he drew from the historic Fischer–Spassky match of 1972. The following day, Short conducted a simultaneous exhibition, triumphing in all eight games against Antigua’s top players, including members of the national team. He also expressed strong support for the country’s initiative to send its first women’s team to the 46th Chess Olympiad in Uzbekistan. The event was graced by His Excellency Sir Rodney Williams and his wife, Sonja Williams, alongside Sir Vivian Richards and Kuma Rodney. Short’s visit extended to media appearances, where he and Hannibal Fleming discussed the future of chess in Antigua and Barbuda on ABS Television. The delegation also met with prominent government officials, including Prime Minister Gaston Browne, who pledged unwavering support for the federation’s initiatives. Additionally, Short visited the University of the West Indies Five Islands Campus, where Principal Professor Justin Robinson highlighted the potential of chess to enrich campus life. The trip concluded with visits to Island Academy and Cobs Cross Primary School, where Short introduced students to the fundamentals of chess, encouraging them to embrace the game. This visit not only celebrated the growth of chess in Antigua and Barbuda but also laid the groundwork for future development and international representation.