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This chess game between Igor Malyshev (2300) and Andrey Nikitin (2020) was played at RUS-Cup01 Chigorin Memorial in 1997 and finished 1-0. The opening was the French Defense: Winawer Variation, Advance Variation (C17).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Igor Malyshev vs Andrey Nikitin?
Igor Malyshev vs Andrey Nikitin (1997) finished 1-0, a win for Igor Malyshev.
What opening was played in Igor Malyshev vs Andrey Nikitin?
The game opened with the French Defense: Winawer Variation, Advance Variation (ECO C17).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Igor Malyshev vs Andrey Nikitin, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.