Derek Slater vs John Donaldson

NWC May Open, date unknown · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Classical Variation, Zollner Gambit (B73).

John Donaldson24101

Derek Slater19600

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Game details

White: Derek Slater (1960)
Black: John Donaldson (2410)
Result: 0–1
Event: NWC May Open
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Classical Variation, Zollner Gambit (B73)

About this chess game

This chess game between Derek Slater (1960) and John Donaldson (2410) was played at NWC May Open and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Classical Variation, Zollner Gambit (B73). 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 Derek Slater vs John Donaldson?

Derek Slater vs John Donaldson finished 0–1, a win for John Donaldson.

What opening was played in Derek Slater vs John Donaldson?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Classical Variation, Zollner Gambit (ECO B73).

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