Christopher Shen vs Samuel Zhang

2026 Pan-American Intercollegiate Championship, 2026 · Result 1–0 · Catalan Opening: Closed, Zagoryansky Variation (E08).

Samuel Zhang17290

Christopher Shen23381

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Game details

White: Christopher Shen (2338)
Black: Samuel Zhang (1729)
Result: 1–0
Event: 2026 Pan-American Intercollegiate Championship
Year: 2026
Opening: Catalan Opening: Closed, Zagoryansky Variation (E08)

About this chess game

This chess game between Christopher Shen (2338) and Samuel Zhang (1729) was played at 2026 Pan-American Intercollegiate Championship in 2026 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Closed, Zagoryansky Variation (E08). 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 Christopher Shen vs Samuel Zhang?

Christopher Shen vs Samuel Zhang (2026) finished 1–0, a win for Christopher Shen.

What opening was played in Christopher Shen vs Samuel Zhang?

The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Closed, Zagoryansky Variation (ECO E08).

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