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This chess game between Sven Almgren and John Blackstone (2280) was played at USA Ch Open 62th in 1961 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Opocensky Variation (B92).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Sven Almgren vs John Blackstone?
Sven Almgren vs John Blackstone (1961) finished 0-1, a win for John Blackstone.
What opening was played in Sven Almgren vs John Blackstone?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Opocensky Variation (ECO B92).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Sven Almgren vs John Blackstone, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.