Samuel-Timotei Ghimpu vs Stephanie Matasaru

Grand Prix Bucharest 2023, 2023 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90).

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Samuel-Timotei Ghimpu24581

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Game details

White: Samuel-Timotei Ghimpu (2458)
Black: Stephanie Matasaru (1911)
Result: 1–0
Event: Grand Prix Bucharest 2023
Year: 2023
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90)

About this chess game

This chess game between Samuel-Timotei Ghimpu (2458) and Stephanie Matasaru (1911) was played at Grand Prix Bucharest 2023 in 2023 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90). 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 Samuel-Timotei Ghimpu vs Stephanie Matasaru?

Samuel-Timotei Ghimpu vs Stephanie Matasaru (2023) finished 1–0, a win for Samuel-Timotei Ghimpu.

What opening was played in Samuel-Timotei Ghimpu vs Stephanie Matasaru?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (ECO B90).

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