Sam Shankland vs Thierry Falissard

Simul, 2017 · Result 1–0 · English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (A25).

Thierry Falissard17370

Sam Shankland26711

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Game details

White: Sam Shankland (2671)
Black: Thierry Falissard (1737)
Result: 1–0
Event: Simul
Year: 2017
Opening: English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (A25)

About this chess game

This chess game between Sam Shankland (2671) and Thierry Falissard (1737) was played at Simul in 2017 and finished 1–0. The opening was the English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (A25). 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 Sam Shankland vs Thierry Falissard?

Sam Shankland vs Thierry Falissard (2017) finished 1–0, a win for Sam Shankland.

What opening was played in Sam Shankland vs Thierry Falissard?

The game opened with the English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (ECO A25).

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