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This chess game between German Merkin (1756) and Ivan Nikolov was played in 2010 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Exchange Variation (D35).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won German Merkin vs Ivan Nikolov?
German Merkin vs Ivan Nikolov (2010) finished 1-0, a win for German Merkin.
What opening was played in German Merkin vs Ivan Nikolov?
The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Exchange Variation (ECO D35).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of German Merkin vs Ivan Nikolov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.