Chao Li vs Alexander Riazantsev

World Rapid 2017, 2017 · Result ½–½ · Queen's Gambit Declined: Semi-Tarrasch Defense, San Sebastian Variation (D41).

Alexander Riazantsev2650½

Chao Li2320½

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Game details

White: Chao Li (2320)
Black: Alexander Riazantsev (2650)
Result: ½–½
Event: World Rapid 2017
Year: 2017
Opening: Queen's Gambit Declined: Semi-Tarrasch Defense, San Sebastian Variation (D41)

About this chess game

This chess game between Chao Li (2320) and Alexander Riazantsev (2650) was played at World Rapid 2017 in 2017 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Semi-Tarrasch Defense, San Sebastian Variation (D41). 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 Chao Li vs Alexander Riazantsev?

Chao Li vs Alexander Riazantsev (2017) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Chao Li vs Alexander Riazantsev?

The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Semi-Tarrasch Defense, San Sebastian Variation (ECO D41).

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