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This chess game between Leon Rico Stein (1656) and Vladimir Smyslov (2620) was played at Leningrad ch-URS in 1971 and finished ½-½. The opening was the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation (A30).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Leon Rico Stein vs Vladimir Smyslov?
Leon Rico Stein vs Vladimir Smyslov (1971) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Leon Rico Stein vs Vladimir Smyslov?
The game opened with the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation (ECO A30).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Leon Rico Stein vs Vladimir Smyslov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.