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This chess game between Zaza Bargandzhia (1803) and Nikita Smagin (1971) was played at 14. FIDE Open in 2010 and finished ½-½. The opening was the French Defense: Classical Variation (C11).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Zaza Bargandzhia vs Nikita Smagin?
Zaza Bargandzhia vs Nikita Smagin (2010) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Zaza Bargandzhia vs Nikita Smagin?
The game opened with the French Defense: Classical Variation (ECO C11).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Zaza Bargandzhia vs Nikita Smagin, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.