Igor Dariy vs Irina Merkulova
Sakharov Memorial Open, 2002 · Result ½–½ · Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense, Fianchetto Variation (C76).
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Game details
- White
- Igor Dariy
- Black
- Irina Merkulova (2118)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Sakharov Memorial Open
- Year
- 2002
- Opening
- Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense, Fianchetto Variation (C76)
About this chess game
This chess game between Igor Dariy and Irina Merkulova (2118) was played at Sakharov Memorial Open in 2002 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense, Fianchetto Variation (C76). 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 Igor Dariy vs Irina Merkulova?
Igor Dariy vs Irina Merkulova (2002) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Igor Dariy vs Irina Merkulova?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense, Fianchetto Variation (ECO C76).
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