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This chess game between Cavan Jacobs (1729) and Hishaam Essop (1840) was played in 2019 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Pilnik Variation (C90).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Cavan Jacobs vs Hishaam Essop?
Cavan Jacobs vs Hishaam Essop (2019) finished 1-0, a win for Cavan Jacobs.
What opening was played in Cavan Jacobs vs Hishaam Essop?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Pilnik Variation (ECO C90).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Cavan Jacobs vs Hishaam Essop, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.