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This chess game between Leslie J Smart (2220) and John G Nicholson (2310) was played at Commonwealth Championship 3rd in 1985 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Keres Attack (B81).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Leslie J Smart vs John G Nicholson?
Leslie J Smart vs John G Nicholson (1985) finished 0-1, a win for John G Nicholson.
What opening was played in Leslie J Smart vs John G Nicholson?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Keres Attack (ECO B81).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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