Russell John Dive vs Kendrick Botong Zhang

131. ch-NZL Rapid 2024, 2024 · Result 1–0 · English Opening: Symmetrical Variation (A30).

Kendrick Botong Zhang18150

Russell John Dive21941

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Game details

White: Russell John Dive (2194)
Black: Kendrick Botong Zhang (1815)
Result: 1–0
Event: 131. ch-NZL Rapid 2024
Year: 2024
Opening: English Opening: Symmetrical Variation (A30)

About this chess game

This chess game between Russell John Dive (2194) and Kendrick Botong Zhang (1815) was played at 131. ch-NZL Rapid 2024 in 2024 and finished 1–0. The opening was the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation (A30). 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 Russell John Dive vs Kendrick Botong Zhang?

Russell John Dive vs Kendrick Botong Zhang (2024) finished 1–0, a win for Russell John Dive.

What opening was played in Russell John Dive vs Kendrick Botong Zhang?

The game opened with the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation (ECO A30).

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