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This chess game between Vladimir Birarov (2126) and Max Chen (2253) was played at Richmond Hill Open in 2019 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Closed (E06).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Vladimir Birarov vs Max Chen?
Vladimir Birarov vs Max Chen (2019) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Vladimir Birarov vs Max Chen?
The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Closed (ECO E06).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Vladimir Birarov vs Max Chen, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.