Meri Arabidze vs Irina Bulmaga

World Youth Ch U16 (g), 2009 · Result ½–½ · Queen's Gambit Declined: Semi-Tarrasch Defense, San Sebastian Variation (D41).

Irina Bulmaga2234½

Meri Arabidze2254½

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Game details

White: Meri Arabidze (2254)
Black: Irina Bulmaga (2234)
Result: ½–½
Event: World Youth Ch U16 (g)
Year: 2009
Opening: Queen's Gambit Declined: Semi-Tarrasch Defense, San Sebastian Variation (D41)

About this chess game

This chess game between Meri Arabidze (2254) and Irina Bulmaga (2234) was played at World Youth Ch U16 (g) in 2009 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Semi-Tarrasch Defense, San Sebastian Variation (D41). 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 Meri Arabidze vs Irina Bulmaga?

Meri Arabidze vs Irina Bulmaga (2009) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Meri Arabidze vs Irina Bulmaga?

The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Semi-Tarrasch Defense, San Sebastian Variation (ECO D41).

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