Smyslov passed away

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Avatar of soulpower74

I just heard the bad news that the 7th World Champion Vassily Smyslov died March 26 I believe due to heart failure. He was the oldest living World Champion prior to his death.Perhaps the strongest GM during the 1950's.

Soulpower 74 (Ernie)

Avatar of sclukey

It is a loss for chess, surely. A great player who rightfully earned the title. My condolences to his family.

Avatar of jarkov

could never pronounce his name but a great guy.. possibly the 3rd best endgame player ever.

Avatar of mikex22

=/ chess players shouldn't be allowed to die like that