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This chess game between Al Yahkind and R. Sanborn was played at Detroit ch-MI Open in 1990 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Opocensky Variation (B92).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Al Yahkind vs R. Sanborn?
Al Yahkind vs R. Sanborn (1990) finished 1-0, a win for Al Yahkind.
What opening was played in Al Yahkind vs R. Sanborn?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Opocensky Variation (ECO B92).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Al Yahkind vs R. Sanborn, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.