Alexander Stripunsky vs Richard Francisco
Virginia Beach Millennium Open, 2001 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (B97).
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Game details
- White
- Alexander Stripunsky (2495)
- Black
- Richard Francisco (2254)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- Virginia Beach Millennium Open
- Year
- 2001
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (B97)
About this chess game
This chess game between Alexander Stripunsky (2495) and Richard Francisco (2254) was played at Virginia Beach Millennium Open in 2001 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (B97). 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 Alexander Stripunsky vs Richard Francisco?
Alexander Stripunsky vs Richard Francisco (2001) finished 1–0, a win for Alexander Stripunsky.
What opening was played in Alexander Stripunsky vs Richard Francisco?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (ECO B97).
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