Lev Alburt vs Robert Gruchacz

New York, 1980 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Maróczy Bind, Breyer Variation (B39).

Robert Gruchacz2365½

Lev Alburt2515½

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Game details

White: Lev Alburt (2515)
Black: Robert Gruchacz (2365)
Result: ½–½
Event: New York
Year: 1980
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Maróczy Bind, Breyer Variation (B39)

About this chess game

This chess game between Lev Alburt (2515) and Robert Gruchacz (2365) was played at New York in 1980 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Maróczy Bind, Breyer Variation (B39). 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 Lev Alburt vs Robert Gruchacz?

Lev Alburt vs Robert Gruchacz (1980) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Lev Alburt vs Robert Gruchacz?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Maróczy Bind, Breyer Variation (ECO B39).

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