James Thibault vs Vitaly Zaltsman
Lone Pine Open, 1979 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22).
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Game details
- White
- James Thibault (2240)
- Black
- Vitaly Zaltsman (2470)
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- Lone Pine Open
- Year
- 1979
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22)
About this chess game
This chess game between James Thibault (2240) and Vitaly Zaltsman (2470) was played at Lone Pine Open in 1979 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22). 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 James Thibault vs Vitaly Zaltsman?
James Thibault vs Vitaly Zaltsman (1979) finished 0–1, a win for Vitaly Zaltsman.
What opening was played in James Thibault vs Vitaly Zaltsman?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (ECO B22).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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