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This chess game between Valentin Baklanov (2389) and Roy Gates (2354) was played at 15. IECG WCH-T-00002 in 2010 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Valentin Baklanov vs Roy Gates?
Valentin Baklanov vs Roy Gates (2010) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Valentin Baklanov vs Roy Gates?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (ECO B90).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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