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This chess game between Charles Smith (1592) and Medhat Yaakoub was played at Corr IECC Trio in 1996 and finished ½-½. The opening was the King's Knight Opening: Normal Variation (C44).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Charles Smith vs Medhat Yaakoub?
Charles Smith vs Medhat Yaakoub (1996) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Charles Smith vs Medhat Yaakoub?
The game opened with the King's Knight Opening: Normal Variation (ECO C44).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Charles Smith vs Medhat Yaakoub, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.