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This chess game between John Acken (1900) and Istvan Szabad (1782) was played at Bixby 35th in 2004 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed, Fianchetto Variation (B24).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won John Acken vs Istvan Szabad?
John Acken vs Istvan Szabad (2004) finished 1-0, a win for John Acken.
What opening was played in John Acken vs Istvan Szabad?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed, Fianchetto Variation (ECO B24).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of John Acken vs Istvan Szabad, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.