Hugh Whelan vs Vidar Taksrud

Swiss/KO 2022 Rd 1/ 39, 2022 · Result 1–0 · English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (A25).

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Hugh Whelan21861

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Game details

White: Hugh Whelan (2186)
Black: Vidar Taksrud (1948)
Result: 1–0
Event: Swiss/KO 2022 Rd 1/ 39
Year: 2022
Opening: English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (A25)

About this chess game

This chess game between Hugh Whelan (2186) and Vidar Taksrud (1948) was played at Swiss/KO 2022 Rd 1/ 39 in 2022 and finished 1–0. The opening was the English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (A25). 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 Hugh Whelan vs Vidar Taksrud?

Hugh Whelan vs Vidar Taksrud (2022) finished 1–0, a win for Hugh Whelan.

What opening was played in Hugh Whelan vs Vidar Taksrud?

The game opened with the English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (ECO A25).

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