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This chess game between Alisa Balandina (1801) and Aleksandr Menkov (2193) was played at Chigorin Memorial 2021 in 2021 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Classical Variation (B58).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Alisa Balandina vs Aleksandr Menkov?
Alisa Balandina vs Aleksandr Menkov (2021) finished 1-0, a win for Alisa Balandina.
What opening was played in Alisa Balandina vs Aleksandr Menkov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Classical Variation (ECO B58).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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