Maksim Antipov vs Ian Nepomniachtchi

World Rapid 2019, 2019 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Accelerated Dragon (B54).

Ian Nepomniachtchi2767½

Maksim Antipov2549½

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Game details

White: Maksim Antipov (2549)
Black: Ian Nepomniachtchi (2767)
Result: ½–½
Event: World Rapid 2019
Year: 2019
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Accelerated Dragon (B54)

About this chess game

This chess game between Maksim Antipov (2549) and Ian Nepomniachtchi (2767) was played at World Rapid 2019 in 2019 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Accelerated Dragon (B54). 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 Maksim Antipov vs Ian Nepomniachtchi?

Maksim Antipov vs Ian Nepomniachtchi (2019) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Maksim Antipov vs Ian Nepomniachtchi?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Accelerated Dragon (ECO B54).

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