GM Samuel Reshevsky
PolandSamuel Reshevsky was a Polish-born chess prodigy who became one of America's most formidable Grandmasters across four decades of top-level competition. A positional rock known for clean, fundamentally sound play, he contended for the World Championship from the mid-1930s through the late 1960s. His eight US Championship titles remain tied with Bobby Fischer for the all-time record.
The Positional Rock
Quiet fundamentals, clean play, avoids chaos and unnecessary complexity
Players with this personality rely on solid fundamentals and avoid unnecessary complications. They are difficult to beat because they make few errors and handle quiet positions with great skill. Their games feature patient play and a reluctance to take on risk without clear justification.
Associated Openings
As Black
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