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This chess game between Malachi Naskov (1412) and Nikola Topalov (1525) was played at Open ch-MKD 2022 in 2022 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (B30).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Malachi Naskov vs Nikola Topalov?
Malachi Naskov vs Nikola Topalov (2022) finished 1-0, a win for Malachi Naskov.
What opening was played in Malachi Naskov vs Nikola Topalov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (ECO B30).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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