Roman Kezin vs Alexander Nikolaev

Novokuznetsk RUS, Siberia Ch (m), 2013 · Result 1–0 · Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (D31).

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Roman Kezin23941

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Game details

White: Roman Kezin (2394)
Black: Alexander Nikolaev (1094)
Result: 1–0
Event: Novokuznetsk RUS, Siberia Ch (m)
Year: 2013
Opening: Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (D31)

About this chess game

This chess game between Roman Kezin (2394) and Alexander Nikolaev (1094) was played at Novokuznetsk RUS, Siberia Ch (m) in 2013 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (D31). 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 Roman Kezin vs Alexander Nikolaev?

Roman Kezin vs Alexander Nikolaev (2013) finished 1–0, a win for Roman Kezin.

What opening was played in Roman Kezin vs Alexander Nikolaev?

The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (ECO D31).

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