Nigel Birtwistle vs Vincent Sagues

British Rapidplay Championship 2026 | Boards 1-100, 2026 · Result 1–0 · French Defense: Paulsen Variation (C10).

Vincent Sagues19500

Nigel Birtwistle20201

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Game details

White: Nigel Birtwistle (2020)
Black: Vincent Sagues (1950)
Result: 1–0
Event: British Rapidplay Championship 2026 | Boards 1-100
Year: 2026
Opening: French Defense: Paulsen Variation (C10)

About this chess game

This chess game between Nigel Birtwistle (2020) and Vincent Sagues (1950) was played at British Rapidplay Championship 2026 | Boards 1-100 in 2026 and finished 1–0. The opening was the French Defense: Paulsen Variation (C10). 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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Who won Nigel Birtwistle vs Vincent Sagues?

Nigel Birtwistle vs Vincent Sagues (2026) finished 1–0, a win for Nigel Birtwistle.

What opening was played in Nigel Birtwistle vs Vincent Sagues?

The game opened with the French Defense: Paulsen Variation (ECO C10).

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