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This chess game between Yian Liou (2208) and Ernesto Alvarez (2229) was played at USCL 2009 in 2009 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Opocensky Variation (B92).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Yian Liou vs Ernesto Alvarez?
Yian Liou vs Ernesto Alvarez (2009) finished 1-0, a win for Yian Liou.
What opening was played in Yian Liou vs Ernesto Alvarez?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Opocensky Variation (ECO B92).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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