John Nicholson vs Bachir Sbia
Gibtelecom Masters, 2005 · Result 0–1 · Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Anderssen Variation (C77).
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Game details
- White
- John Nicholson (2026)
- Black
- Bachir Sbia (1969)
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- Gibtelecom Masters
- Year
- 2005
- Opening
- Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Anderssen Variation (C77)
About this chess game
This chess game between John Nicholson (2026) and Bachir Sbia (1969) was played at Gibtelecom Masters in 2005 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Anderssen Variation (C77). 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 John Nicholson vs Bachir Sbia?
John Nicholson vs Bachir Sbia (2005) finished 0–1, a win for Bachir Sbia.
What opening was played in John Nicholson vs Bachir Sbia?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Anderssen Variation (ECO C77).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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