Alireza Firouzja vs Ian Nepomniachtchi

Saint Louis Rapid 2022, 2022 · Result ½–½ · Queen's Gambit Declined: Semi-Tarrasch Defense (D40).

Ian Nepomniachtchi2792½

Alireza Firouzja2778½

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Game details

White: Alireza Firouzja (2778)
Black: Ian Nepomniachtchi (2792)
Result: ½–½
Event: Saint Louis Rapid 2022
Year: 2022
Opening: Queen's Gambit Declined: Semi-Tarrasch Defense (D40)

About this chess game

This chess game between Alireza Firouzja (2778) and Ian Nepomniachtchi (2792) was played at Saint Louis Rapid 2022 in 2022 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Semi-Tarrasch Defense (D40). 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 Alireza Firouzja vs Ian Nepomniachtchi?

Alireza Firouzja vs Ian Nepomniachtchi (2022) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Alireza Firouzja vs Ian Nepomniachtchi?

The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Semi-Tarrasch Defense (ECO D40).

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