Hikaru Nakamura vs Gregory Kaidanov
USA Ch 2012, 2012 · Result 1–0 · Catalan Opening: Open Defense (E04).
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Game details
- White
- Hikaru Nakamura (2778)
- Black
- Gregory Kaidanov (2586)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- USA Ch 2012
- Year
- 2012
- Opening
- Catalan Opening: Open Defense (E04)
About this chess game
This chess game between Hikaru Nakamura (2778) and Gregory Kaidanov (2586) was played at USA Ch 2012 in 2012 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Open Defense (E04). 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 Gregory Kaidanov?
Hikaru Nakamura vs Gregory Kaidanov (2012) finished 1–0, a win for Hikaru Nakamura.
What opening was played in Hikaru Nakamura vs Gregory Kaidanov?
The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Open Defense (ECO E04).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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