Vladimir Malakhov vs Anish Giri

European Club Cup 2015, 2015 · Result ½–½ · English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Normal Variation (A34).

Anish Giri2798½

Vladimir Malakhov2694½

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Game details

White: Vladimir Malakhov (2694)
Black: Anish Giri (2798)
Result: ½–½
Event: European Club Cup 2015
Year: 2015
Opening: English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Normal Variation (A34)

About this chess game

This chess game between Vladimir Malakhov (2694) and Anish Giri (2798) was played at European Club Cup 2015 in 2015 and finished ½–½. The opening was the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Normal Variation (A34). 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 Vladimir Malakhov vs Anish Giri?

Vladimir Malakhov vs Anish Giri (2015) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Vladimir Malakhov vs Anish Giri?

The game opened with the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Normal Variation (ECO A34).

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