Simon Downham vs Nico Koolsbergen

CP.1998.P.00080, 1998 · Result 1–0 · Benoni Defense: Fianchetto Variation, Hastings Defense (A63).

Nico Koolsbergen18000

Simon Downham18001

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Game details

White: Simon Downham (1800)
Black: Nico Koolsbergen (1800)
Result: 1–0
Event: CP.1998.P.00080
Year: 1998
Opening: Benoni Defense: Fianchetto Variation, Hastings Defense (A63)

About this chess game

This chess game between Simon Downham (1800) and Nico Koolsbergen (1800) was played at CP.1998.P.00080 in 1998 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Benoni Defense: Fianchetto Variation, Hastings Defense (A63). 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 Simon Downham vs Nico Koolsbergen?

Simon Downham vs Nico Koolsbergen (1998) finished 1–0, a win for Simon Downham.

What opening was played in Simon Downham vs Nico Koolsbergen?

The game opened with the Benoni Defense: Fianchetto Variation, Hastings Defense (ECO A63).

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