Lester Van Meter vs Nigel Cooper

Bob Wade 2026 | Hilton Bennett Masters, 2026 · Result ½–½ · English Opening: Caro-Kann Defensive System (A11).

Nigel Cooper1639½

Lester Van Meter1918½

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Game details

White: Lester Van Meter (1918)
Black: Nigel Cooper (1639)
Result: ½–½
Event: Bob Wade 2026 | Hilton Bennett Masters
Year: 2026
Opening: English Opening: Caro-Kann Defensive System (A11)

About this chess game

This chess game between Lester Van Meter (1918) and Nigel Cooper (1639) was played at Bob Wade 2026 | Hilton Bennett Masters in 2026 and finished ½–½. The opening was the English Opening: Caro-Kann Defensive System (A11). 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 Lester Van Meter vs Nigel Cooper?

Lester Van Meter vs Nigel Cooper (2026) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Lester Van Meter vs Nigel Cooper?

The game opened with the English Opening: Caro-Kann Defensive System (ECO A11).

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