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This chess game between Ciaran Ruane (1933) and Axel Smith (2491) was played at 36. Andorra Open 2018 in 2018 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B95).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Ciaran Ruane vs Axel Smith?
Ciaran Ruane vs Axel Smith (2018) finished 0-1, a win for Axel Smith.
What opening was played in Ciaran Ruane vs Axel Smith?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (ECO B95).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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