Chess Game

Sarin Nihal vs Andrew Hong

World Cadets U12 2016, 2016 · Result ½–½ · Catalan Opening: Open Defense (E04).

Andrew Hong2296½

Sarin Nihal2324½

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Game details

White: Sarin Nihal (2324)
Black: Andrew Hong (2296)
Result: ½–½
Event: World Cadets U12 2016
Year: 2016
Opening: Catalan Opening: Open Defense (E04)

About this chess game

This chess game between Sarin Nihal (2324) and Andrew Hong (2296) was played at World Cadets U12 2016 in 2016 and finished ½–½. 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 Sarin Nihal vs Andrew Hong?

Sarin Nihal vs Andrew Hong (2016) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Sarin Nihal vs Andrew Hong?

The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Open Defense (ECO E04).

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