Rui Gao vs Alexander Shabalov
23. North American Open 2013, 2013 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B94).
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Game details
- White
- Rui Gao (2457)
- Black
- Alexander Shabalov (2528)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- 23. North American Open 2013
- Year
- 2013
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B94)
About this chess game
This chess game between Rui Gao (2457) and Alexander Shabalov (2528) was played at 23. North American Open 2013 in 2013 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B94). 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 Rui Gao vs Alexander Shabalov?
Rui Gao vs Alexander Shabalov (2013) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Rui Gao vs Alexander Shabalov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (ECO B94).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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