Vasily Smyslov vs Alexander. Kotov
Budapest Candidates, 1950 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Classical Variation (B84).
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Game details
- White
- Vasily Smyslov
- Black
- Alexander. Kotov
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Budapest Candidates
- Year
- 1950
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Classical Variation (B84)
About this chess game
This chess game between Vasily Smyslov and Alexander. Kotov was played at Budapest Candidates in 1950 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Classical Variation (B84). 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 Vasily Smyslov vs Alexander. Kotov?
Vasily Smyslov vs Alexander. Kotov (1950) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Vasily Smyslov vs Alexander. Kotov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Classical Variation (ECO B84).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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