By: Ben Morse
Danny Rensch is at the vanguard of chess. But to get to where he is now – a self-described “shepherd” for chess in his role as chief chess officer at Chess – Rensch has been on quite the life path.
Ben Morse is a Digital Producer at CNN Sports, based at the network’s London bureau. He specializes in covering various aspects of sports, including international sports leagues, major league sports, and competitive tournaments, with a keen focus on the sports business. Ben has been featured in numerous outlets, including WVTM-TV, WPBF 25, and CNN, among others.
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