Shakhriyar Mamedyarov vs Boris Gelfand
WCh Candidates, 2011 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90).
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Game details
- White
- Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (2772)
- Black
- Boris Gelfand (2733)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- WCh Candidates
- Year
- 2011
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90)
About this chess game
This chess game between Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (2772) and Boris Gelfand (2733) was played at WCh Candidates in 2011 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90). 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 Boris Gelfand?
Shakhriyar Mamedyarov vs Boris Gelfand (2011) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Shakhriyar Mamedyarov vs Boris Gelfand?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (ECO B90).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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