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Thalia Cervantes HOLDS Irina Krush! ♟️🔥

October 15, 2026 ChessTerra Chess Lectures

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This video features the fifth round encounter between Thalia Cervantes and Irina Krush at the US Women's Championship. Viewers can watch Cervantes successfully defend her position against a formidable opponent. This coverage is most suitable for chess fans interested in elite women's national championship competition.

LevelIntermediateLength3 minChannelSaint Louis Chess Club

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Getting back to her love of chess, Cervantes holds off Irina Krush in 5th round of the US Women's Championship

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