Sergei Smolin vs Fred Berend

World Senior 50+ 2018, 2018 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23).

Fred Berend23691

Sergei Smolin17390

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Game details

White: Sergei Smolin (1739)
Black: Fred Berend (2369)
Result: 0–1
Event: World Senior 50+ 2018
Year: 2018
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23)

About this chess game

This chess game between Sergei Smolin (1739) and Fred Berend (2369) was played at World Senior 50+ 2018 in 2018 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23). 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 Sergei Smolin vs Fred Berend?

Sergei Smolin vs Fred Berend (2018) finished 0–1, a win for Fred Berend.

What opening was played in Sergei Smolin vs Fred Berend?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B23).

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