Matthias Bluebaum vs Hikaru Nakamura

FIDE Candidates 2026: Open, 2026 · Result ½–½ · Queen's Gambit Declined: Three Knights Variation (D37).

Hikaru Nakamura2810½

Matthias Bluebaum2679½

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Game details

White: Matthias Bluebaum (2679)
Black: Hikaru Nakamura (2810)
Result: ½–½
Event: FIDE Candidates 2026: Open
Year: 2026
Opening: Queen's Gambit Declined: Three Knights Variation (D37)

About this chess game

This chess game between Matthias Bluebaum (2679) and Hikaru Nakamura (2810) was played at FIDE Candidates 2026: Open in 2026 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Three Knights Variation (D37). 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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Frequently asked questions

Who won Matthias Bluebaum vs Hikaru Nakamura?

Matthias Bluebaum vs Hikaru Nakamura (2026) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Matthias Bluebaum vs Hikaru Nakamura?

The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Three Knights Variation (ECO D37).

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