Davey juniors small fingers moved the pawns with such dexterity and certainty that surprised Maxwell who was considered the chess champion and legend in the neighbourhood.
He wasn’t about to let a little human beat him on his turf and at a game that he could play and win blind.
Checkmate! Davey’s pronouncement dug into Maxwell’s ribs in irritation. A round of chess he had laughingly engaged in to entertain the young fellow had turned out differently.
Out of reluctant admiration, he wanted to know how Davey became such an excellent player at such a young age and Davey’s response brought a smile of understanding to his face.
Davey junior had learnt from a renowned chess champion. As a tiny tot, his late grandpa Sir David Checkers aka Swift Fingers used to balance him on his knees and he thought him everything that he needed to know to play like a champion.
© Jacqueline Oby-Ikocha
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Beautiful. I tried learning chess from my dad but it all didn’t make sense to me. How I wish he was still here, just for the sake of indulgence.
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Aw great story. I wish I played chess. I think should start with my daughter.
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Great story, but now that we have smart phones grandpas and generational lore are becoming obsolete.
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Lovely to have the tradition and talent passed down. Heartwarming tale!
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LOL! It helps to have a grandfather who is a chess champion! Cute story Jacqueline!
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Awww, he learnt from the best, no wonder he grew to become the best. A wonderful story. 🙂
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How amazing is that!
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An amazing story. Thank you for sharing.
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I love how his mood shifted.
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Aw great story. A wonderful story.
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Thank you
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