Leo Zhang vs Leighton Nicholls
2017 · Result 1–0 · Benko Gambit (A59).
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Game details
- White
- Leo Zhang (2099)
- Black
- Leighton Nicholls (1929)
- Result
- 1–0
- Year
- 2017
- Opening
- Benko Gambit (A59)
About this chess game
This chess game between Leo Zhang (2099) and Leighton Nicholls (1929) was played in 2017 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Benko Gambit (A59). 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 Leo Zhang vs Leighton Nicholls?
Leo Zhang vs Leighton Nicholls (2017) finished 1–0, a win for Leo Zhang.
What opening was played in Leo Zhang vs Leighton Nicholls?
The game opened with the Benko Gambit (ECO A59).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Leo Zhang vs Leighton Nicholls, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.