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Kenneth Ray Smith (September 13, 1930 – February 4, 1999[1]) was a chess player and author. He was a member of the Dallas Chess Club and reached the rank of FIDE Master.

Smith founded Chess Digest in 1962. The Smith–Morra Gambit is named after him.

Smith was also a notable poker player, and came fourth in the 1981 World Series of Poker Main Event.[2]

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  1. ^ Hays, Lou. "Kenneth Ray Smith (1930-1999)". US Chess Federation. Retrieved April 10, 2024.
  • ^ "12th World Series of Poker - WSOP 1981, No Limit Hold'em World Championship". The Hendon Mob. Retrieved April 4, 2024.

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