Vladimir Saigin vs Mikhail Tal

Riga, 1954 · Result ½–½ · Benoni Defense (A61).

Mikhail Tal½

Vladimir Saigin½

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Game details

White: Vladimir Saigin
Black: Mikhail Tal
Result: ½–½
Event: Riga
Year: 1954
Opening: Benoni Defense (A61)

About this chess game

This chess game between Vladimir Saigin and Mikhail Tal was played at Riga in 1954 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Benoni Defense (A61). 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 Vladimir Saigin vs Mikhail Tal?

Vladimir Saigin vs Mikhail Tal (1954) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Vladimir Saigin vs Mikhail Tal?

The game opened with the Benoni Defense (ECO A61).

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