Nicolae-Adrian Balaban vs Nicodim-Cosmin Stepanencu

Super Chess Rapid Open, 2022 · Result 0–1 · King's Pawn Game: Maróczy Defense (B07).

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Nicolae-Adrian Balaban14220

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Game details

White: Nicolae-Adrian Balaban (1422)
Black: Nicodim-Cosmin Stepanencu (2235)
Result: 0–1
Event: Super Chess Rapid Open
Year: 2022
Opening: King's Pawn Game: Maróczy Defense (B07)

About this chess game

This chess game between Nicolae-Adrian Balaban (1422) and Nicodim-Cosmin Stepanencu (2235) was played at Super Chess Rapid Open in 2022 and finished 0–1. The opening was the King's Pawn Game: Maróczy Defense (B07). 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 Nicolae-Adrian Balaban vs Nicodim-Cosmin Stepanencu?

Nicolae-Adrian Balaban vs Nicodim-Cosmin Stepanencu (2022) finished 0–1, a win for Nicodim-Cosmin Stepanencu.

What opening was played in Nicolae-Adrian Balaban vs Nicodim-Cosmin Stepanencu?

The game opened with the King's Pawn Game: Maróczy Defense (ECO B07).

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