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This chess game between Maximillian Lu (2395) and Illya Nyzhnyk (2544) was played at 2025 US Masters in 2025 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Open Defense (E04).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Maximillian Lu vs Illya Nyzhnyk?
Maximillian Lu vs Illya Nyzhnyk (2025) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Maximillian Lu vs Illya Nyzhnyk?
The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Open Defense (ECO E04).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Maximillian Lu vs Illya Nyzhnyk, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.