Mikhail Tal vs Eero Book
Stockholm, 1961 · Result 1–0 · Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense, Improved Steinitz Defense (C66).
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Game details
- White
- Mikhail Tal
- Black
- Eero Book
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- Stockholm
- Year
- 1961
- Opening
- Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense, Improved Steinitz Defense (C66)
About this chess game
This chess game between Mikhail Tal and Eero Book was played at Stockholm in 1961 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense, Improved Steinitz Defense (C66). 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 Mikhail Tal vs Eero Book?
Mikhail Tal vs Eero Book (1961) finished 1–0, a win for Mikhail Tal.
What opening was played in Mikhail Tal vs Eero Book?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense, Improved Steinitz Defense (ECO C66).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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