I'll readily admit that the reason I searched for chess games between these two grandmasters was their shared passion for opera. In fact, both were trained baritones. In the game, Smyslov employs a strategy that is seen throughout many of his matches. Namely, he creates a "victory pawn", that is, a passed pawn which he supports throughout the middle game until its queening is inevitable. For those studying strategies and styles, this might be a good plan to keep in mind.
I'll readily admit that the reason I searched for chess games between these two grandmasters was their shared passion for opera. In fact, both were trained baritones. In the game, Smyslov employs a strategy that is seen throughout many of his matches. Namely, he creates a "victory pawn", that is, a passed pawn which he supports throughout the middle game until its queening is inevitable. For those studying strategies and styles, this might be a good plan to keep in mind.