Smyslov Defense

GPTKB entity

Properties (52)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf chess opening
gptkbp:armament experienced players
gptkbp:associated_with positional play
gptkbp:employs top-level players
gptkbp:hasColor counterplay opportunities
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Smyslov Defense
gptkbp:is_a 1.d4 openings
gptkbp:is_a_celebration_of World Champion Viktor Smyslov
gptkbp:is_a_key_player_in grandmasters
online chess platforms
gptkbp:is_a_place_for dynamic play
gptkbp:is_a_popular_spot_for Black
online chess tournaments
strategic maneuvering
players seeking a solid defense
gptkbp:is_accessible_by different move orders
gptkbp:is_characterized_by the move ...e6
gptkbp:is_featured_in 1.d4
world championship matches
club tournaments
the Smyslov Variation
gptkbp:is_known_for its rich tactical possibilities
its ability to create counterplay
its solid structure
gptkbp:is_open_to chess enthusiasts
various pawn structures
gptkbp:is_part_of the repertoire of many grandmasters
modern chess repertoire
the Queen's Pawn Game
the opening repertoire of many players
gptkbp:is_popular_among chess players
gptkbp:is_studied_in chess theory
chess literature
chess theorists
gptkbp:is_used_in gptkb:the_King's_Indian_Defense
tournament play
intermediate players
its strategic depth
other_defenses_like_Nimzo-Indian
gptkbp:isVulnerableTo opponent's strategies
gptkbp:leads complex middlegame positions
varied pawn structures
gptkbp:performedBy 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 e6
gptkbp:previousName gptkb:Viktor_Smyslov
gptkbp:servingTemperature beginners and experts alike
gptkbp:suitableFor solid and flexible
gptkbp:tactics other defenses
gptkbp:transferFee other openings
gptkbp:variant gptkb:Queen's_Indian_Defense
gptkbp:was_a_response_to 1.d4 d5
1.d4 Nf6
1.d4 c5