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This chess game between Igor Blechzin (2400) and Mikhail I. Ivanov (2315) was played at White Nights Open in 1998 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Benoni Defense: Classical Variation (A70).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Igor Blechzin vs Mikhail I. Ivanov?
Igor Blechzin vs Mikhail I. Ivanov (1998) finished 1-0, a win for Igor Blechzin.
What opening was played in Igor Blechzin vs Mikhail I. Ivanov?
The game opened with the Benoni Defense: Classical Variation (ECO A70).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Igor Blechzin vs Mikhail I. Ivanov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.