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This chess game between Nicolas Santamaria and John Powell was played at Thessaloniki GRE in 1988 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Petrov's Defense (C42).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Nicolas Santamaria vs John Powell?
Nicolas Santamaria vs John Powell (1988) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Nicolas Santamaria vs John Powell?
The game opened with the Petrov's Defense (ECO C42).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Nicolas Santamaria vs John Powell, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.