Pavel Asenov vs Donald J Mason

103. ch-GBR 2016, 2016 · Result 1–0 · King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Aronin-Taimanov Defense (E97).

Donald J Mason21430

Pavel Asenov22501

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Game details

White: Pavel Asenov (2250)
Black: Donald J Mason (2143)
Result: 1–0
Event: 103. ch-GBR 2016
Year: 2016
Opening: King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Aronin-Taimanov Defense (E97)

About this chess game

This chess game between Pavel Asenov (2250) and Donald J Mason (2143) was played at 103. ch-GBR 2016 in 2016 and finished 1–0. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Aronin-Taimanov Defense (E97). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.

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Frequently asked questions

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Pavel Asenov vs Donald J Mason (2016) finished 1–0, a win for Pavel Asenov.

What opening was played in Pavel Asenov vs Donald J Mason?

The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Aronin-Taimanov Defense (ECO E97).

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