John Stark vs Leighton Nicholls
123. ch-NZL Open 2016, 2016 · Result 1–0 · Semi-Slav Defense: Chigorin Defense (D46).
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Game details
- White
- John Stark (2207)
- Black
- Leighton Nicholls (1910)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- 123. ch-NZL Open 2016
- Year
- 2016
- Opening
- Semi-Slav Defense: Chigorin Defense (D46)
About this chess game
This chess game between John Stark (2207) and Leighton Nicholls (1910) was played at 123. ch-NZL Open 2016 in 2016 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Semi-Slav Defense: Chigorin Defense (D46). 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 John Stark vs Leighton Nicholls?
John Stark vs Leighton Nicholls (2016) finished 1–0, a win for John Stark.
What opening was played in John Stark vs Leighton Nicholls?
The game opened with the Semi-Slav Defense: Chigorin Defense (ECO D46).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of John Stark vs Leighton Nicholls, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.