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Quote by Boris Spassky

“The power of hanging Pawns is based precisely in their Mobility, in their Ability to create acute situations instantly.”

Quote by Boris Spassky

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Boris Spassky, born on January 30, 1937, is a renowned Russian chess grandmaster. He is highly esteemed in the chess community for his numerous world championship titles in international chess. more

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