Shakhriyar Mamedyarov vs Fabiano Caruana

Gashimov Mem TB 2016, 2016 · Result ½–½ · Grünfeld Defense: Three Knights Variation (D90).

Fabiano Caruana2804½

Shakhriyar Mamedyarov2746½

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Game details

White: Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (2746)
Black: Fabiano Caruana (2804)
Result: ½–½
Event: Gashimov Mem TB 2016
Year: 2016
Opening: Grünfeld Defense: Three Knights Variation (D90)

About this chess game

This chess game between Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (2746) and Fabiano Caruana (2804) was played at Gashimov Mem TB 2016 in 2016 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Grünfeld Defense: Three Knights Variation (D90). 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 Shakhriyar Mamedyarov vs Fabiano Caruana?

Shakhriyar Mamedyarov vs Fabiano Caruana (2016) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Shakhriyar Mamedyarov vs Fabiano Caruana?

The game opened with the Grünfeld Defense: Three Knights Variation (ECO D90).

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