John Watson vs Hikaru Nakamura
USA Ch, 2003 · Result 0–1 · Semi-Slav Defense Accepted (D44).
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Game details
- White
- John Watson (2345)
- Black
- Hikaru Nakamura (2520)
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- USA Ch
- Year
- 2003
- Opening
- Semi-Slav Defense Accepted (D44)
About this chess game
This chess game between John Watson (2345) and Hikaru Nakamura (2520) was played at USA Ch in 2003 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Semi-Slav Defense Accepted (D44). 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 John Watson vs Hikaru Nakamura?
John Watson vs Hikaru Nakamura (2003) finished 0–1, a win for Hikaru Nakamura.
What opening was played in John Watson vs Hikaru Nakamura?
The game opened with the Semi-Slav Defense Accepted (ECO D44).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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