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This chess game between Claudio Simao Carvalho Faria Sa (1759) and Yaroslav Minakov (1940) was played at 38. Portuguese Cup in 2016 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Claudio Simao Carvalho Faria Sa vs Yaroslav Minakov?
Claudio Simao Carvalho Faria Sa vs Yaroslav Minakov (2016) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Claudio Simao Carvalho Faria Sa vs Yaroslav Minakov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B23).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Claudio Simao Carvalho Faria Sa vs Yaroslav Minakov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.