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This chess game between Andrey Esipenko (2698) and Ian Nepomniachtchi (2723) was played at Aeroflot Open A 2026 in 2026 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Closed (E06).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Andrey Esipenko vs Ian Nepomniachtchi?
Andrey Esipenko vs Ian Nepomniachtchi (2026) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Andrey Esipenko vs Ian Nepomniachtchi?
The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Closed (ECO E06).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Andrey Esipenko vs Ian Nepomniachtchi, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.