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This chess game between Aspassio Benassi (1885) and John Smail (1975) was played at Class 1.072 IECG in 1997 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Scandinavian Defense (B01).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Aspassio Benassi vs John Smail?
Aspassio Benassi vs John Smail (1997) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Aspassio Benassi vs John Smail?
The game opened with the Scandinavian Defense (ECO B01).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Aspassio Benassi vs John Smail, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.