Daniil Dubov vs Sam Shankland

FIDE World Cup 2025, 2025 · Result 0–1 · English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Anti-Benoni Variation (A31).

Sam Shankland26491

Daniil Dubov18050

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Game details

White: Daniil Dubov (1805)
Black: Sam Shankland (2649)
Result: 0–1
Event: FIDE World Cup 2025
Year: 2025
Opening: English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Anti-Benoni Variation (A31)

About this chess game

This chess game between Daniil Dubov (1805) and Sam Shankland (2649) was played at FIDE World Cup 2025 in 2025 and finished 0–1. The opening was the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Anti-Benoni Variation (A31). 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 Daniil Dubov vs Sam Shankland?

Daniil Dubov vs Sam Shankland (2025) finished 0–1, a win for Sam Shankland.

What opening was played in Daniil Dubov vs Sam Shankland?

The game opened with the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Anti-Benoni Variation (ECO A31).

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