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This chess game between Nicolas Varlet (2225) and James Thibault (2255) was played at Frankrijk tt in 1989 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Benko Gambit Accepted: Fully Accepted Variation (A58).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Nicolas Varlet vs James Thibault?
Nicolas Varlet vs James Thibault (1989) finished 1-0, a win for Nicolas Varlet.
What opening was played in Nicolas Varlet vs James Thibault?
The game opened with the Benko Gambit Accepted: Fully Accepted Variation (ECO A58).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Nicolas Varlet vs James Thibault, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.