Rafael Mendoza vs Alexander Shabalov
12. American Continental, 2017 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation (B70).
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Game details
- White
- Rafael Mendoza (2293)
- Black
- Alexander Shabalov (2556)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- 12. American Continental
- Year
- 2017
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation (B70)
About this chess game
This chess game between Rafael Mendoza (2293) and Alexander Shabalov (2556) was played at 12. American Continental in 2017 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation (B70). 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 Rafael Mendoza vs Alexander Shabalov?
Rafael Mendoza vs Alexander Shabalov (2017) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Rafael Mendoza vs Alexander Shabalov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation (ECO B70).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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