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This chess game between Sammy Yao (1986) and Derek Ma (1925) was played at Canadian Open 2019 in 2019 and finished ½-½. The opening was the English Opening: King's English Variation (A20).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Sammy Yao vs Derek Ma?
Sammy Yao vs Derek Ma (2019) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Sammy Yao vs Derek Ma?
The game opened with the English Opening: King's English Variation (ECO A20).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Sammy Yao vs Derek Ma, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.