Nana Dzagnidze vs James Simpson

Gibtelecom Masters, 2007 · Result 1–0 · Queen's Gambit Declined: Orthodox Defense, Classical Variation (D68).

James Simpson22670

Nana Dzagnidze24631

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Game details

White: Nana Dzagnidze (2463)
Black: James Simpson (2267)
Result: 1–0
Event: Gibtelecom Masters
Year: 2007
Opening: Queen's Gambit Declined: Orthodox Defense, Classical Variation (D68)

About this chess game

This chess game between Nana Dzagnidze (2463) and James Simpson (2267) was played at Gibtelecom Masters in 2007 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Orthodox Defense, Classical Variation (D68). 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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Who won Nana Dzagnidze vs James Simpson?

Nana Dzagnidze vs James Simpson (2007) finished 1–0, a win for Nana Dzagnidze.

What opening was played in Nana Dzagnidze vs James Simpson?

The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Orthodox Defense, Classical Variation (ECO D68).

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