Ro Smith vs Leighton Nicholls
121. ch-NZL 2014, 2014 · Result 1–0 · Ruy Lopez: Closed, Pilnik Variation (C90).
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Game details
- White
- Ro Smith (2259)
- Black
- Leighton Nicholls (1799)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- 121. ch-NZL 2014
- Year
- 2014
- Opening
- Ruy Lopez: Closed, Pilnik Variation (C90)
About this chess game
This chess game between Ro Smith (2259) and Leighton Nicholls (1799) was played at 121. ch-NZL 2014 in 2014 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Pilnik Variation (C90). 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 Ro Smith vs Leighton Nicholls?
Ro Smith vs Leighton Nicholls (2014) finished 1–0, a win for Ro Smith.
What opening was played in Ro Smith vs Leighton Nicholls?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Pilnik Variation (ECO C90).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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