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This chess game between Graham Smith (2118) and John Tabatabai (2065) was played at 4NCL/Div3/MKE vs. NKN in 2001 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Graham Smith vs John Tabatabai?
Graham Smith vs John Tabatabai (2001) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Graham Smith vs John Tabatabai?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B23).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Graham Smith vs John Tabatabai, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.