Vitaliy Garbuz vs Bjorn Thorfinnsson

Reykjavik Open 2025, 2025 · Result ½–½ · Italian Game: Two Knights Defense, Polerio Defense (C58).

Bjorn Thorfinnsson2386½

Vitaliy Garbuz2203½

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Game details

White: Vitaliy Garbuz (2203)
Black: Bjorn Thorfinnsson (2386)
Result: ½–½
Event: Reykjavik Open 2025
Year: 2025
Opening: Italian Game: Two Knights Defense, Polerio Defense (C58)

About this chess game

This chess game between Vitaliy Garbuz (2203) and Bjorn Thorfinnsson (2386) was played at Reykjavik Open 2025 in 2025 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Italian Game: Two Knights Defense, Polerio Defense (C58). 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 Vitaliy Garbuz vs Bjorn Thorfinnsson?

Vitaliy Garbuz vs Bjorn Thorfinnsson (2025) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Vitaliy Garbuz vs Bjorn Thorfinnsson?

The game opened with the Italian Game: Two Knights Defense, Polerio Defense (ECO C58).

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