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This chess game between Samuel Hoekman (1994) and Saarthak Malakar (1930) was played at Canadian Closed 2025 in 2025 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Slav Defense (D10).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Samuel Hoekman vs Saarthak Malakar?
Samuel Hoekman vs Saarthak Malakar (2025) finished 1-0, a win for Samuel Hoekman.
What opening was played in Samuel Hoekman vs Saarthak Malakar?
The game opened with the Slav Defense (ECO D10).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Samuel Hoekman vs Saarthak Malakar, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.