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"Nobody Checks It Anymore!" 😏 Caruana Plays RISKY SCANDINAVIAN! 🔥♟️

October 21, 2026 ChessTerra Chess Lectures

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This video features Fabiano Caruana playing a risky Scandinavian defense against Jeffrey Xiong during Round 10. Chess fans and tournament followers interested in top-level classical matchups and opening choices will find this game particularly engaging.

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Fabiano plays a risky Scandinavian in Round 10 against Jeffrey Xiong

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