Alexandra Kosteniuk vs Inna Gaponenko

WCh Women 2017, 2017 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Maróczy Bind (B37).

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Alexandra Kosteniuk25491

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Game details

White: Alexandra Kosteniuk (2549)
Black: Inna Gaponenko (2407)
Result: 1–0
Event: WCh Women 2017
Year: 2017
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Maróczy Bind (B37)

About this chess game

This chess game between Alexandra Kosteniuk (2549) and Inna Gaponenko (2407) was played at WCh Women 2017 in 2017 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Maróczy Bind (B37). 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 Alexandra Kosteniuk vs Inna Gaponenko?

Alexandra Kosteniuk vs Inna Gaponenko (2017) finished 1–0, a win for Alexandra Kosteniuk.

What opening was played in Alexandra Kosteniuk vs Inna Gaponenko?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Maróczy Bind (ECO B37).

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