Valentyn Malakhov vs Arkadij Naiditsch

8. Danzhou Super GM 2017, 2017 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation (B80).

Arkadij Naiditsch2712½

Valentyn Malakhov1810½

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Game details

White: Valentyn Malakhov (1810)
Black: Arkadij Naiditsch (2712)
Result: ½–½
Event: 8. Danzhou Super GM 2017
Year: 2017
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation (B80)

About this chess game

This chess game between Valentyn Malakhov (1810) and Arkadij Naiditsch (2712) was played at 8. Danzhou Super GM 2017 in 2017 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation (B80). 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 Valentyn Malakhov vs Arkadij Naiditsch?

Valentyn Malakhov vs Arkadij Naiditsch (2017) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Valentyn Malakhov vs Arkadij Naiditsch?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation (ECO B80).

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