Nicolas Leignel vs Patrick Benifei
Bethune-A, 2002 · Result ½–½ · French Defense: Paulsen Variation (C10).
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Game details
- White
- Nicolas Leignel (2142)
- Black
- Patrick Benifei (1907)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Bethune-A
- Year
- 2002
- Opening
- French Defense: Paulsen Variation (C10)
About this chess game
This chess game between Nicolas Leignel (2142) and Patrick Benifei (1907) was played at Bethune-A in 2002 and finished ½–½. The opening was the French Defense: Paulsen Variation (C10). 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 Nicolas Leignel vs Patrick Benifei?
Nicolas Leignel vs Patrick Benifei (2002) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Nicolas Leignel vs Patrick Benifei?
The game opened with the French Defense: Paulsen Variation (ECO C10).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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