Alexandar Tsvetkov vs Vasily Smyslov (1947)

Alexandar Tsvetkov vs Vasily Smyslov
Moscow (1947) · Pirc Defense: Classical Variation. Quiet System (B08) · 0-1

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Jul-26-06		square dance: instructive endgame by smyslov.

Jul-09-07		sanyas: The finish is hilarious.

Oct-11-09		King.Arthur.Brazil: Until 12.f4 white build a strong position.But he failled to catch a win psoition, while Smyslov counter-attack with f5 turn thinks even. After 31.Qe5, Smyslov catch a better final, which is mastery played until the sudden mate provided by the new Qs on the board.

Mar-13-11		Salaskan: After move 28 by white everything seems equal, but Smyslov has a slightly better bishop and a bit more potential for his queen. Really nice to see how he converts it into an effortless win.

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