Ian R Watson vs Vanik Zakarian

World Amateur Championship, 2000 · Result 0–1 · Hungarian Opening: Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit (A07).

Vanik Zakarian20001

Ian R Watson22960

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Game details

White: Ian R Watson (2296)
Black: Vanik Zakarian (2000)
Result: 0–1
Event: World Amateur Championship
Year: 2000
Opening: Hungarian Opening: Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit (A07)

About this chess game

This chess game between Ian R Watson (2296) and Vanik Zakarian (2000) was played at World Amateur Championship in 2000 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Hungarian Opening: Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit (A07). 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 Ian R Watson vs Vanik Zakarian?

Ian R Watson vs Vanik Zakarian (2000) finished 0–1, a win for Vanik Zakarian.

What opening was played in Ian R Watson vs Vanik Zakarian?

The game opened with the Hungarian Opening: Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit (ECO A07).

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