Momchil Nikolov vs Ioannis Benakis
5th MIKIS THEODORAKIS CHESS TOURNAMENT, 2026 · Result 1–0 · King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Normal Defense (E81).
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Game details
- White
- Momchil Nikolov (2424)
- Black
- Ioannis Benakis (1842)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- 5th MIKIS THEODORAKIS CHESS TOURNAMENT
- Year
- 2026
- Opening
- King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Normal Defense (E81)
About this chess game
This chess game between Momchil Nikolov (2424) and Ioannis Benakis (1842) was played at 5th MIKIS THEODORAKIS CHESS TOURNAMENT in 2026 and finished 1–0. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Normal Defense (E81). 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 Momchil Nikolov vs Ioannis Benakis?
Momchil Nikolov vs Ioannis Benakis (2026) finished 1–0, a win for Momchil Nikolov.
What opening was played in Momchil Nikolov vs Ioannis Benakis?
The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Normal Defense (ECO E81).
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