Rian Kacem vs Neil Fairclough

Thessaloniki, 1988 · Result ½–½ · English Opening: King's English Variation, Closed System, Full Symmetry (A26).

Neil Fairclough2265½

Rian Kacem1722½

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Game details

White: Rian Kacem (1722)
Black: Neil Fairclough (2265)
Result: ½–½
Event: Thessaloniki
Year: 1988
Opening: English Opening: King's English Variation, Closed System, Full Symmetry (A26)

About this chess game

This chess game between Rian Kacem (1722) and Neil Fairclough (2265) was played at Thessaloniki in 1988 and finished ½–½. The opening was the English Opening: King's English Variation, Closed System, Full Symmetry (A26). 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 Rian Kacem vs Neil Fairclough?

Rian Kacem vs Neil Fairclough (1988) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Rian Kacem vs Neil Fairclough?

The game opened with the English Opening: King's English Variation, Closed System, Full Symmetry (ECO A26).

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