Igor Nikolayev vs Joel Benjamin
New York State Ch, 2002 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22).
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Game details
- White
- Igor Nikolayev (2321)
- Black
- Joel Benjamin (2608)
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- New York State Ch
- Year
- 2002
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22)
About this chess game
This chess game between Igor Nikolayev (2321) and Joel Benjamin (2608) was played at New York State Ch in 2002 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22). 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 Igor Nikolayev vs Joel Benjamin?
Igor Nikolayev vs Joel Benjamin (2002) finished 0–1, a win for Joel Benjamin.
What opening was played in Igor Nikolayev vs Joel Benjamin?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (ECO B22).
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