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This chess game between Bernd Sager (1921) and John D Thornton (2080) was played in 2018 and finished ½-½. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Fianchetto Variation, Carlsbad Variation (E62).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Bernd Sager vs John D Thornton?
Bernd Sager vs John D Thornton (2018) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Bernd Sager vs John D Thornton?
The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Fianchetto Variation, Carlsbad Variation (ECO E62).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Bernd Sager vs John D Thornton, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.