Boris Gelfand vs Yangyi Yu

IMSA World Masters Rapid, 2019 · Result ½–½ · English Opening: King's English Variation, Four Knights Variation (A28).

Yangyi Yu2739½

Boris Gelfand2676½

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Game details

White: Boris Gelfand (2676)
Black: Yangyi Yu (2739)
Result: ½–½
Event: IMSA World Masters Rapid
Year: 2019
Opening: English Opening: King's English Variation, Four Knights Variation (A28)

About this chess game

This chess game between Boris Gelfand (2676) and Yangyi Yu (2739) was played at IMSA World Masters Rapid in 2019 and finished ½–½. The opening was the English Opening: King's English Variation, Four Knights Variation (A28). 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 Yangyi Yu?

Boris Gelfand vs Yangyi Yu (2019) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Boris Gelfand vs Yangyi Yu?

The game opened with the English Opening: King's English Variation, Four Knights Variation (ECO A28).

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