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This chess game between Sergei Gichurkin (2225) and Vladimir Balashov (2334) was played in 2007 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Exchange Variation (C68).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Sergei Gichurkin vs Vladimir Balashov?
Sergei Gichurkin vs Vladimir Balashov (2007) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Sergei Gichurkin vs Vladimir Balashov?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Exchange Variation (ECO C68).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Sergei Gichurkin vs Vladimir Balashov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.