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This chess game between Maia Chiburdanidze (2504) and Yifan(HLJ) Hou (1646) was played at North Urals Cup in 2006 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Benoni Defense: Fianchetto Variation, Hastings Defense (A63).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Maia Chiburdanidze vs Yifan(HLJ) Hou?
Maia Chiburdanidze vs Yifan(HLJ) Hou (2006) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Maia Chiburdanidze vs Yifan(HLJ) Hou?
The game opened with the Benoni Defense: Fianchetto Variation, Hastings Defense (ECO A63).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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