Hikaru Nakamura vs Samson Benen
World Open 31st, 2003 · Result 0–1 · Indian Defense: Normal Variation (A50).
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Game details
- White
- Hikaru Nakamura (2568)
- Black
- Samson Benen (2271)
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- World Open 31st
- Year
- 2003
- Opening
- Indian Defense: Normal Variation (A50)
About this chess game
This chess game between Hikaru Nakamura (2568) and Samson Benen (2271) was played at World Open 31st in 2003 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Indian Defense: Normal Variation (A50). 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 Hikaru Nakamura vs Samson Benen?
Hikaru Nakamura vs Samson Benen (2003) finished 0–1, a win for Samson Benen.
What opening was played in Hikaru Nakamura vs Samson Benen?
The game opened with the Indian Defense: Normal Variation (ECO A50).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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