Leonid Stein vs Lev Polugaevsky

Leningrad ch-URS, 1971 · Result 1–0 · English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Knight Variation (A16).

Lev Polugaevsky26400

Leonid Stein26051

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Game details

White: Leonid Stein (2605)
Black: Lev Polugaevsky (2640)
Result: 1–0
Event: Leningrad ch-URS
Year: 1971
Opening: English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Knight Variation (A16)

About this chess game

This chess game between Leonid Stein (2605) and Lev Polugaevsky (2640) was played at Leningrad ch-URS in 1971 and finished 1–0. The opening was the English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Knight Variation (A16). 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 Leonid Stein vs Lev Polugaevsky?

Leonid Stein vs Lev Polugaevsky (1971) finished 1–0, a win for Leonid Stein.

What opening was played in Leonid Stein vs Lev Polugaevsky?

The game opened with the English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Knight Variation (ECO A16).

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