Mikhail Botvinnik vs Yotam Shohat

TCh-ISR 2018, 2018 · Result 1–0 · English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Mecking Variation (A39).

Yotam Shohat22040

Mikhail Botvinnik23681

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Game details

White: Mikhail Botvinnik (2368)
Black: Yotam Shohat (2204)
Result: 1–0
Event: TCh-ISR 2018
Year: 2018
Opening: English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Mecking Variation (A39)

About this chess game

This chess game between Mikhail Botvinnik (2368) and Yotam Shohat (2204) was played at TCh-ISR 2018 in 2018 and finished 1–0. The opening was the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Mecking Variation (A39). 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 Mikhail Botvinnik vs Yotam Shohat?

Mikhail Botvinnik vs Yotam Shohat (2018) finished 1–0, a win for Mikhail Botvinnik.

What opening was played in Mikhail Botvinnik vs Yotam Shohat?

The game opened with the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Mecking Variation (ECO A39).

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