Justin Xu vs Brandon Zhu

New Years Open, 2024 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Accelerated Dragon (B54).

Brandon Zhu19771

Justin Xu15740

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Game details

White: Justin Xu (1574)
Black: Brandon Zhu (1977)
Result: 0–1
Event: New Years Open
Year: 2024
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Accelerated Dragon (B54)

About this chess game

This chess game between Justin Xu (1574) and Brandon Zhu (1977) was played at New Years Open in 2024 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Accelerated Dragon (B54). 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 Justin Xu vs Brandon Zhu?

Justin Xu vs Brandon Zhu (2024) finished 0–1, a win for Brandon Zhu.

What opening was played in Justin Xu vs Brandon Zhu?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Accelerated Dragon (ECO B54).

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