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This chess game between John Canessa (1962) and Ako Heidari (1756) was played at IM Donaldson Championship in 2019 and finished 1-0. The opening was the King's Knight Opening: Normal Variation (C44).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won John Canessa vs Ako Heidari?
John Canessa vs Ako Heidari (2019) finished 1-0, a win for John Canessa.
What opening was played in John Canessa vs Ako Heidari?
The game opened with the King's Knight Opening: Normal Variation (ECO C44).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of John Canessa vs Ako Heidari, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.