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This chess game between Nikita Lvov (2114) and Kannan Vaidyanathan (2296) was played at RUDAR 50 IM 2026 in 2026 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Ultra-Delayed Exchange Variation (D79).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Nikita Lvov vs Kannan Vaidyanathan?
Nikita Lvov vs Kannan Vaidyanathan (2026) finished 0-1, a win for Kannan Vaidyanathan.
What opening was played in Nikita Lvov vs Kannan Vaidyanathan?
The game opened with the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Ultra-Delayed Exchange Variation (ECO D79).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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