Shakhriyar Mamedyarov vs Ian Nepomniachtchi

World Blitz 2017, 2017 · Result 1–0 · Grünfeld Defense: Exchange Variation (D85).

Ian Nepomniachtchi27290

Shakhriyar Mamedyarov27991

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Game details

White: Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (2799)
Black: Ian Nepomniachtchi (2729)
Result: 1–0
Event: World Blitz 2017
Year: 2017
Opening: Grünfeld Defense: Exchange Variation (D85)

About this chess game

This chess game between Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (2799) and Ian Nepomniachtchi (2729) was played at World Blitz 2017 in 2017 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Grünfeld Defense: Exchange Variation (D85). 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 Ian Nepomniachtchi?

Shakhriyar Mamedyarov vs Ian Nepomniachtchi (2017) finished 1–0, a win for Shakhriyar Mamedyarov.

What opening was played in Shakhriyar Mamedyarov vs Ian Nepomniachtchi?

The game opened with the Grünfeld Defense: Exchange Variation (ECO D85).

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