Alexander Donchenko vs Etienne Bacrot

TCh-FRA Top 16 GpA 2023, 2023 · Result ½–½ · Semi-Slav Defense: Chigorin Defense (D46).

Etienne Bacrot2672½

Alexander Donchenko2667½

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Game details

White: Alexander Donchenko (2667)
Black: Etienne Bacrot (2672)
Result: ½–½
Event: TCh-FRA Top 16 GpA 2023
Year: 2023
Opening: Semi-Slav Defense: Chigorin Defense (D46)

About this chess game

This chess game between Alexander Donchenko (2667) and Etienne Bacrot (2672) was played at TCh-FRA Top 16 GpA 2023 in 2023 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Semi-Slav Defense: Chigorin Defense (D46). 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 Alexander Donchenko vs Etienne Bacrot?

Alexander Donchenko vs Etienne Bacrot (2023) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Alexander Donchenko vs Etienne Bacrot?

The game opened with the Semi-Slav Defense: Chigorin Defense (ECO D46).

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