Irving Chernev vs Walter Cruz
New York, 1940 · Result 1–0 · Nimzo-Indian Defense: Three Knights Variation (E21).
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Game details
- White
- Irving Chernev
- Black
- Walter Cruz
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- New York
- Year
- 1940
- Opening
- Nimzo-Indian Defense: Three Knights Variation (E21)
About this chess game
This chess game between Irving Chernev and Walter Cruz was played at New York in 1940 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Three Knights Variation (E21). 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
Who won Irving Chernev vs Walter Cruz?
Irving Chernev vs Walter Cruz (1940) finished 1–0, a win for Irving Chernev.
What opening was played in Irving Chernev vs Walter Cruz?
The game opened with the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Three Knights Variation (ECO E21).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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