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This chess game between Jim Stroup (2051) and Eric Staak (1681) was played at AUS-USA 2016 in 2016 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Jim Stroup vs Eric Staak?
Jim Stroup vs Eric Staak (2016) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Jim Stroup vs Eric Staak?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (ECO B90).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Jim Stroup vs Eric Staak, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.