Aleksandr Vasilievich Istomin vs Dirk Ghysens

RUS/Bronze-2012 (RUS), 2012 · Result 0–1 · Semi-Slav Defense: Meran Variation, Pirc Variation (D48).

Dirk Ghysens24181

Aleksandr Vasilievich Istomin22060

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Game details

White: Aleksandr Vasilievich Istomin (2206)
Black: Dirk Ghysens (2418)
Result: 0–1
Event: RUS/Bronze-2012 (RUS)
Year: 2012
Opening: Semi-Slav Defense: Meran Variation, Pirc Variation (D48)

About this chess game

This chess game between Aleksandr Vasilievich Istomin (2206) and Dirk Ghysens (2418) was played at RUS/Bronze-2012 (RUS) in 2012 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Semi-Slav Defense: Meran Variation, Pirc Variation (D48). 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 Aleksandr Vasilievich Istomin vs Dirk Ghysens?

Aleksandr Vasilievich Istomin vs Dirk Ghysens (2012) finished 0–1, a win for Dirk Ghysens.

What opening was played in Aleksandr Vasilievich Istomin vs Dirk Ghysens?

The game opened with the Semi-Slav Defense: Meran Variation, Pirc Variation (ECO D48).

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