Shakhriyar Mamedyarov vs Boris Gelfand

World Rapid Final, 2012 · Result 1–0 · Hungarian Opening: Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit (A07).

Boris Gelfand27360

Shakhriyar Mamedyarov27481

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Game details

White: Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (2748)
Black: Boris Gelfand (2736)
Result: 1–0
Event: World Rapid Final
Year: 2012
Opening: Hungarian Opening: Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit (A07)

About this chess game

This chess game between Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (2748) and Boris Gelfand (2736) was played at World Rapid Final in 2012 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Hungarian Opening: Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit (A07). 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 (2012) finished 1–0, a win for Shakhriyar Mamedyarov.

What opening was played in Shakhriyar Mamedyarov vs Boris Gelfand?

The game opened with the Hungarian Opening: Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit (ECO A07).

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