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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