Garry Kasparov is a renowned Russian chess grandmaster, born on April 13, 1963, in Baku, Azerbaijan. He became the youngest ever undisputed World Chess Champion in 1985 at the age of 22. Kasparov is widely regarded as one of the greatest chess players in history, known for his deep strategic understanding and aggressive playing style. In addition to his chess career, Kasparov is an influential political activist and author. After retiring from professional chess in 2005, he focused on promoting democracy and human rights in Russia. He has also written several books on chess and politics, sharing his insights and experiences with a global audience.