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This chess game between Samuel Zhang (1729) and Bharadwaj Dhanush (2249) was played at 2026 Pan-American Intercollegiate Championship in 2026 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Caro-Kann Defense: Classical Variation (B18).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Samuel Zhang vs Bharadwaj Dhanush?
Samuel Zhang vs Bharadwaj Dhanush (2026) finished 1-0, a win for Samuel Zhang.
What opening was played in Samuel Zhang vs Bharadwaj Dhanush?
The game opened with the Caro-Kann Defense: Classical Variation (ECO B18).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Samuel Zhang vs Bharadwaj Dhanush, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.