Hikaru Nakamura vs Gary K Gaiffe
100. US Open, 1999 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23).
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Game details
- White
- Hikaru Nakamura (2204)
- Black
- Gary K Gaiffe
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- 100. US Open
- Year
- 1999
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23)
About this chess game
This chess game between Hikaru Nakamura (2204) and Gary K Gaiffe was played at 100. US Open in 1999 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23). 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 Gary K Gaiffe?
Hikaru Nakamura vs Gary K Gaiffe (1999) finished 1–0, a win for Hikaru Nakamura.
What opening was played in Hikaru Nakamura vs Gary K Gaiffe?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B23).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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