Leonid Gaponenko vs Nikita Vitiugov

St Petersburg Open, date unknown · Result 0–1 · Semi-Slav Defense: Meran Variation, Blumenfeld Variation (D49).

Nikita Vitiugov23551

Leonid Gaponenko21980

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Game details

White: Leonid Gaponenko (2198)
Black: Nikita Vitiugov (2355)
Result: 0–1
Event: St Petersburg Open
Opening: Semi-Slav Defense: Meran Variation, Blumenfeld Variation (D49)

About this chess game

This chess game between Leonid Gaponenko (2198) and Nikita Vitiugov (2355) was played at St Petersburg Open and finished 0–1. The opening was the Semi-Slav Defense: Meran Variation, Blumenfeld Variation (D49). 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 Leonid Gaponenko vs Nikita Vitiugov?

Leonid Gaponenko vs Nikita Vitiugov finished 0–1, a win for Nikita Vitiugov.

What opening was played in Leonid Gaponenko vs Nikita Vitiugov?

The game opened with the Semi-Slav Defense: Meran Variation, Blumenfeld Variation (ECO D49).

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