Simen Agdestein vs Ruslan Ponomariov

World Championship (rapid) 2015, 2015 · Result 1–0 · Semi-Slav Defense: Accelerated Meran Variation (D45).

Ruslan Ponomariov27100

Simen Agdestein26061

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Game details

White: Simen Agdestein (2606)
Black: Ruslan Ponomariov (2710)
Result: 1–0
Event: World Championship (rapid) 2015
Year: 2015
Opening: Semi-Slav Defense: Accelerated Meran Variation (D45)

About this chess game

This chess game between Simen Agdestein (2606) and Ruslan Ponomariov (2710) was played at World Championship (rapid) 2015 in 2015 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Semi-Slav Defense: Accelerated Meran Variation (D45). 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 Simen Agdestein vs Ruslan Ponomariov?

Simen Agdestein vs Ruslan Ponomariov (2015) finished 1–0, a win for Simen Agdestein.

What opening was played in Simen Agdestein vs Ruslan Ponomariov?

The game opened with the Semi-Slav Defense: Accelerated Meran Variation (ECO D45).

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