Mihai-Lucian Grunberg vs Arseniy Nesterov

46. Rilton Cup 2016-17, 2016 · Result ½–½ · English Opening: Caro-Kann Defensive System (A11).

Arseniy Nesterov2296½

Mihai-Lucian Grunberg2389½

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Game details

White: Mihai-Lucian Grunberg (2389)
Black: Arseniy Nesterov (2296)
Result: ½–½
Event: 46. Rilton Cup 2016-17
Year: 2016
Opening: English Opening: Caro-Kann Defensive System (A11)

About this chess game

This chess game between Mihai-Lucian Grunberg (2389) and Arseniy Nesterov (2296) was played at 46. Rilton Cup 2016-17 in 2016 and finished ½–½. The opening was the English Opening: Caro-Kann Defensive System (A11). 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 Mihai-Lucian Grunberg vs Arseniy Nesterov?

Mihai-Lucian Grunberg vs Arseniy Nesterov (2016) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Mihai-Lucian Grunberg vs Arseniy Nesterov?

The game opened with the English Opening: Caro-Kann Defensive System (ECO A11).

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