Maxim Matlakov vs Boris Gelfand
FIDE World Cup 2019, 2019 · Result ½–½ · Semi-Slav Defense: Meran Variation, Pirc Variation (D48).
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Game details
- White
- Maxim Matlakov (2716)
- Black
- Boris Gelfand (2686)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- FIDE World Cup 2019
- Year
- 2019
- Opening
- Semi-Slav Defense: Meran Variation, Pirc Variation (D48)
About this chess game
This chess game between Maxim Matlakov (2716) and Boris Gelfand (2686) was played at FIDE World Cup 2019 in 2019 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Semi-Slav Defense: Meran Variation, Pirc Variation (D48). 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 Maxim Matlakov vs Boris Gelfand?
Maxim Matlakov vs Boris Gelfand (2019) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Maxim Matlakov vs Boris Gelfand?
The game opened with the Semi-Slav Defense: Meran Variation, Pirc Variation (ECO D48).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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