Levon Aronian vs Hikaru Nakamura

6. World Blitz, 2010 · Result 1–0 · King's Indian Defense: Fianchetto Variation, Panno Variation (E63).

Hikaru Nakamura27410

Levon Aronian28011

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Game details

White: Levon Aronian (2801)
Black: Hikaru Nakamura (2741)
Result: 1–0
Event: 6. World Blitz
Year: 2010
Opening: King's Indian Defense: Fianchetto Variation, Panno Variation (E63)

About this chess game

This chess game between Levon Aronian (2801) and Hikaru Nakamura (2741) was played at 6. World Blitz in 2010 and finished 1–0. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Fianchetto Variation, Panno Variation (E63). 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 Levon Aronian vs Hikaru Nakamura?

Levon Aronian vs Hikaru Nakamura (2010) finished 1–0, a win for Levon Aronian.

What opening was played in Levon Aronian vs Hikaru Nakamura?

The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Fianchetto Variation, Panno Variation (ECO E63).

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