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This chess game between Sergey Karjakin (2460) and Yaroslav Balashov (2545) was played at Aeroflot Open in 2002 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation (B31).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Sergey Karjakin vs Yaroslav Balashov?
Sergey Karjakin vs Yaroslav Balashov (2002) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Sergey Karjakin vs Yaroslav Balashov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation (ECO B31).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Sergey Karjakin vs Yaroslav Balashov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.