Garry Kasparov vs Leonid Zaid
Leningrad, 1977 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (B97).
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Game details
- White
- Garry Kasparov (2545)
- Black
- Leonid Zaid (2400)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- Leningrad
- Year
- 1977
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (B97)
About this chess game
This chess game between Garry Kasparov (2545) and Leonid Zaid (2400) was played at Leningrad in 1977 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (B97). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Garry Kasparov vs Leonid Zaid?
Garry Kasparov vs Leonid Zaid (1977) finished 1–0, a win for Garry Kasparov.
What opening was played in Garry Kasparov vs Leonid Zaid?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (ECO B97).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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