What if Bobby Fischer was born long before chess was even invented?

Question: What if Bobby Fischer was born long before chess was even invented!?

How many of us do you suppose might be gifted at something that just hasn't been discovered/developed/invented yet (and maybe never will be)!?Www@QuestionHome@Com

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker:

The world would have come up with a 'Spassky' somewhere!. Had Fischer not had the opportunty to dispute that championship, you would not be mentioning him now!.Www@QuestionHome@Com

He would have been the best damn checkers player in the world!Www@QuestionHome@Com

why do you suppose he wasn't!?
SOMEONE invented the game!.Www@QuestionHome@Com