Karen Asrian vs Viktor Ignatiev
Russian Cup, 1997 · Result 1–0 · Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense (C74).
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Game details
- White
- Karen Asrian (2440)
- Black
- Viktor Ignatiev (1638)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- Russian Cup
- Year
- 1997
- Opening
- Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense (C74)
About this chess game
This chess game between Karen Asrian (2440) and Viktor Ignatiev (1638) was played at Russian Cup in 1997 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense (C74). 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 Karen Asrian vs Viktor Ignatiev?
Karen Asrian vs Viktor Ignatiev (1997) finished 1–0, a win for Karen Asrian.
What opening was played in Karen Asrian vs Viktor Ignatiev?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense (ECO C74).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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