Niels Willems vs Oliver Barnes
Sligo Chess and Culture Festival 2026 - Open Open, 2026 · Result 1–0 · English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Indian Formation (A17).
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Game details
- White
- Niels Willems (2379)
- Black
- Oliver Barnes (2066)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- Sligo Chess and Culture Festival 2026 - Open Open
- Year
- 2026
- Opening
- English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Indian Formation (A17)
About this chess game
This chess game between Niels Willems (2379) and Oliver Barnes (2066) was played at Sligo Chess and Culture Festival 2026 - Open Open in 2026 and finished 1–0. The opening was the English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Indian Formation (A17). 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 Niels Willems vs Oliver Barnes?
Niels Willems vs Oliver Barnes (2026) finished 1–0, a win for Niels Willems.
What opening was played in Niels Willems vs Oliver Barnes?
The game opened with the English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Indian Formation (ECO A17).
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