Craig S. Smith vs Giraldo Menéndez Rodríguez

CUB-USA 2018, 2018 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90).

Giraldo Menéndez Rodríguez2309½

Craig S. Smith2314½

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Game details

White: Craig S. Smith (2314)
Black: Giraldo Menéndez Rodríguez (2309)
Result: ½–½
Event: CUB-USA 2018
Year: 2018
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90)

About this chess game

This chess game between Craig S. Smith (2314) and Giraldo Menéndez Rodríguez (2309) was played at CUB-USA 2018 in 2018 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90). 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 Craig S. Smith vs Giraldo Menéndez Rodríguez?

Craig S. Smith vs Giraldo Menéndez Rodríguez (2018) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Craig S. Smith vs Giraldo Menéndez Rodríguez?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (ECO B90).

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