Hikaru Nakamura vs Sam Shankland
USA Ch 2016, 2016 · Result 1–0 · Caro-Kann Defense: Two Knights Attack, Mindeno Variation (B11).
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Game details
- White
- Hikaru Nakamura (2787)
- Black
- Sam Shankland (2656)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- USA Ch 2016
- Year
- 2016
- Opening
- Caro-Kann Defense: Two Knights Attack, Mindeno Variation (B11)
About this chess game
This chess game between Hikaru Nakamura (2787) and Sam Shankland (2656) was played at USA Ch 2016 in 2016 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Caro-Kann Defense: Two Knights Attack, Mindeno Variation (B11). 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 Sam Shankland?
Hikaru Nakamura vs Sam Shankland (2016) finished 1–0, a win for Hikaru Nakamura.
What opening was played in Hikaru Nakamura vs Sam Shankland?
The game opened with the Caro-Kann Defense: Two Knights Attack, Mindeno Variation (ECO B11).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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