Everything You Need To Know About Boris Spassky

A child prodigy destined for greatness, GM Boris Spassky was an exemplary sportsman and a stoic character. The young Soviet fulfilled his prophecy in 1969 when he defeated none other than GM Tigran Petrosian to become the world champion. Facing the fiercest competition, Spassky overcame some of the most

Aug. 08, 1972 - 12th game in the World Chess Championship ends in a draw.: Bobby Fischer, the American title contender, now leads Boris Spassky, the Russian champion , by seven games

Bobby Fischer quote: I'm not afraid of Spassky. The world knows I'm the

The Match of All Time

International Chess Federation on X: One of the most charismatic world champions and the oldest living one, legendary Boris Spassky turns 86 today! Spassky held the title from 1969 to 1972, defeating

Cold War on a chessboard – DW – 08/31/2022

Boris Spassky: “I'm waging a war”

Boris Spassky, the third half-time - 1 euro Lycée Leclerc

Boris Spassky: “I'm waging a war”

Bobby Fischer in Iceland – 45 years ago (4)

Boris Spassky: “I'm waging a war”