Boris Spassky, Biography & Facts

Boris Spassky, Russian chess master who was world champion from 1969 to 1972, when he lost to Bobby Fischer. His style was characterized by an adaptability rarely matched in the history of chess. Learn more about Spassky’s life and career, including his notable matches.

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Boris Spassky playing a 41-board simultaneous exhibition in New York City [Feb. 5th, 1974] : r/chess

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The best games of Boris Spassky - Woochess-Let's chess

Spassky, Boris

Bobby Fischer becomes the first American to win the World Chess Championship, September 1, 1972

Boris Spassky Armchair Warrior

When Boris Spassky was captured by the Fischer king - The New European

Bobby Fischer, Biography & Facts

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