Iulian Baltag vs Sasha-Matei Craciun

Grand Prix Bucharest 2023, 2023 · Result 1–0 · Catalan Opening: Open Defense, Classical Line (E05).

Sasha-Matei Craciun19620

Iulian Baltag24141

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Game details

White: Iulian Baltag (2414)
Black: Sasha-Matei Craciun (1962)
Result: 1–0
Event: Grand Prix Bucharest 2023
Year: 2023
Opening: Catalan Opening: Open Defense, Classical Line (E05)

About this chess game

This chess game between Iulian Baltag (2414) and Sasha-Matei Craciun (1962) was played at Grand Prix Bucharest 2023 in 2023 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Open Defense, Classical Line (E05). 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 Iulian Baltag vs Sasha-Matei Craciun?

Iulian Baltag vs Sasha-Matei Craciun (2023) finished 1–0, a win for Iulian Baltag.

What opening was played in Iulian Baltag vs Sasha-Matei Craciun?

The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Open Defense, Classical Line (ECO E05).

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