Damian McCarthy vs Brandon Dao
2. Cheadle FIDE Open Blitz 2026, 2026 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Nimzowitsch Variation (B29).
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Game details
- White
- Damian McCarthy (1898)
- Black
- Brandon Dao
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- 2. Cheadle FIDE Open Blitz 2026
- Year
- 2026
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Nimzowitsch Variation (B29)
About this chess game
This chess game between Damian McCarthy (1898) and Brandon Dao was played at 2. Cheadle FIDE Open Blitz 2026 in 2026 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Nimzowitsch Variation (B29). 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 Damian McCarthy vs Brandon Dao?
Damian McCarthy vs Brandon Dao (2026) finished 0–1, a win for Brandon Dao.
What opening was played in Damian McCarthy vs Brandon Dao?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Nimzowitsch Variation (ECO B29).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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