Boris Gelfand vs Alexander Motylev

World Championship (rapid) 2015, 2015 · Result ½–½ · Slav Defense: Quiet Variation, Schallopp Defense (D12).

Alexander Motylev2649½

Boris Gelfand2741½

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Game details

White: Boris Gelfand (2741)
Black: Alexander Motylev (2649)
Result: ½–½
Event: World Championship (rapid) 2015
Year: 2015
Opening: Slav Defense: Quiet Variation, Schallopp Defense (D12)

About this chess game

This chess game between Boris Gelfand (2741) and Alexander Motylev (2649) was played at World Championship (rapid) 2015 in 2015 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Slav Defense: Quiet Variation, Schallopp Defense (D12). 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 Boris Gelfand vs Alexander Motylev?

Boris Gelfand vs Alexander Motylev (2015) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Boris Gelfand vs Alexander Motylev?

The game opened with the Slav Defense: Quiet Variation, Schallopp Defense (ECO D12).

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