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This chess game between Tom Slater (1674) and Ricky Vaja was played at ch-BUCA 2012 in 2012 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: McDonnell Attack (B21).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Tom Slater vs Ricky Vaja?
Tom Slater vs Ricky Vaja (2012) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Tom Slater vs Ricky Vaja?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: McDonnell Attack (ECO B21).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Tom Slater vs Ricky Vaja, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.