Vladimir Belous vs Ian Nepomniachtchi

Rector Cup MGSU, 2012 · Result 1–0 · Dutch Defense: Leningrad Variation, Warsaw Variation (A88).

Ian Nepomniachtchi27070

Vladimir Belous25541

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Game details

White: Vladimir Belous (2554)
Black: Ian Nepomniachtchi (2707)
Result: 1–0
Event: Rector Cup MGSU
Year: 2012
Opening: Dutch Defense: Leningrad Variation, Warsaw Variation (A88)

About this chess game

This chess game between Vladimir Belous (2554) and Ian Nepomniachtchi (2707) was played at Rector Cup MGSU in 2012 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Dutch Defense: Leningrad Variation, Warsaw Variation (A88). 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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Who won Vladimir Belous vs Ian Nepomniachtchi?

Vladimir Belous vs Ian Nepomniachtchi (2012) finished 1–0, a win for Vladimir Belous.

What opening was played in Vladimir Belous vs Ian Nepomniachtchi?

The game opened with the Dutch Defense: Leningrad Variation, Warsaw Variation (ECO A88).

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