Samuel Sevian vs Christopher Wu

44. Annual World Open, 2016 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47).

Christopher Wu23470

Samuel Sevian25951

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Game details

White: Samuel Sevian (2595)
Black: Christopher Wu (2347)
Result: 1–0
Event: 44. Annual World Open
Year: 2016
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47)

About this chess game

This chess game between Samuel Sevian (2595) and Christopher Wu (2347) was played at 44. Annual World Open in 2016 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47). 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 Samuel Sevian vs Christopher Wu?

Samuel Sevian vs Christopher Wu (2016) finished 1–0, a win for Samuel Sevian.

What opening was played in Samuel Sevian vs Christopher Wu?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (ECO B47).

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