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This chess game between Helfried Baier and James L Smith was played at M-1448.2 in 1997 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Grünfeld Defense: Russian Variation, Smyslov Variation (D98).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Helfried Baier vs James L Smith?
Helfried Baier vs James L Smith (1997) finished 1-0, a win for Helfried Baier.
What opening was played in Helfried Baier vs James L Smith?
The game opened with the Grünfeld Defense: Russian Variation, Smyslov Variation (ECO D98).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Helfried Baier vs James L Smith, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.