Pavel Eljanov vs Yifan(HLJ) Hou

Sharjah Grand Prix 2017, 2017 · Result ½–½ · Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Classical Defense (E48).

Yifan(HLJ) Hou1694½

Pavel Eljanov2759½

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Game details

White: Pavel Eljanov (2759)
Black: Yifan(HLJ) Hou (1694)
Result: ½–½
Event: Sharjah Grand Prix 2017
Year: 2017
Opening: Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Classical Defense (E48)

About this chess game

This chess game between Pavel Eljanov (2759) and Yifan(HLJ) Hou (1694) was played at Sharjah Grand Prix 2017 in 2017 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Classical Defense (E48). 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 Pavel Eljanov vs Yifan(HLJ) Hou?

Pavel Eljanov vs Yifan(HLJ) Hou (2017) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Pavel Eljanov vs Yifan(HLJ) Hou?

The game opened with the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Classical Defense (ECO E48).

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