Henrique Mecking vs Alexei Shirov

3. Floripa Open 2017, 2017 · Result ½–½ · Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Ultra-Delayed Exchange Variation (D79).

Alexei Shirov2683½

Henrique Mecking2606½

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Game details

White: Henrique Mecking (2606)
Black: Alexei Shirov (2683)
Result: ½–½
Event: 3. Floripa Open 2017
Year: 2017
Opening: Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Ultra-Delayed Exchange Variation (D79)

About this chess game

This chess game between Henrique Mecking (2606) and Alexei Shirov (2683) was played at 3. Floripa Open 2017 in 2017 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Ultra-Delayed Exchange Variation (D79). 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 Henrique Mecking vs Alexei Shirov?

Henrique Mecking vs Alexei Shirov (2017) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Henrique Mecking vs Alexei Shirov?

The game opened with the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Ultra-Delayed Exchange Variation (ECO D79).

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