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This chess game between Ilia Belmeskin (2189) and Nikita Shapran (1760) was played in 2009 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Grünfeld Defense: Three Knights Variation, Hungarian Variation (D93).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Ilia Belmeskin vs Nikita Shapran?
Ilia Belmeskin vs Nikita Shapran (2009) finished 1-0, a win for Ilia Belmeskin.
What opening was played in Ilia Belmeskin vs Nikita Shapran?
The game opened with the Grünfeld Defense: Three Knights Variation, Hungarian Variation (ECO D93).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Ilia Belmeskin vs Nikita Shapran, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.