Catalin Ionescu vs Nick De Firmian
Elista olm, 1998 · Result ½–½ · Benoni Defense (A61).
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Game details
- White
- Catalin Ionescu (1570)
- Black
- Nick De Firmian (2605)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Elista olm
- Year
- 1998
- Opening
- Benoni Defense (A61)
About this chess game
This chess game between Catalin Ionescu (1570) and Nick De Firmian (2605) was played at Elista olm in 1998 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Benoni Defense (A61). 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 Catalin Ionescu vs Nick De Firmian?
Catalin Ionescu vs Nick De Firmian (1998) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Catalin Ionescu vs Nick De Firmian?
The game opened with the Benoni Defense (ECO A61).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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