Ernesto Inarkiev vs Alexander Khalifman
St Petersburg Rapid Cup 2012, 2012 · Result ½–½ · Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense (C78).
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Game details
- White
- Ernesto Inarkiev (2693)
- Black
- Alexander Khalifman (2614)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- St Petersburg Rapid Cup 2012
- Year
- 2012
- Opening
- Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense (C78)
About this chess game
This chess game between Ernesto Inarkiev (2693) and Alexander Khalifman (2614) was played at St Petersburg Rapid Cup 2012 in 2012 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense (C78). 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 Ernesto Inarkiev vs Alexander Khalifman?
Ernesto Inarkiev vs Alexander Khalifman (2012) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Ernesto Inarkiev vs Alexander Khalifman?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense (ECO C78).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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