Irina Merkulova vs Sergey Shvets
Kiev Chess Union Open, 2005 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22).
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Game details
- White
- Irina Merkulova (2118)
- Black
- Sergey Shvets (2208)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Kiev Chess Union Open
- Year
- 2005
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22)
About this chess game
This chess game between Irina Merkulova (2118) and Sergey Shvets (2208) was played at Kiev Chess Union Open in 2005 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22). 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 Irina Merkulova vs Sergey Shvets?
Irina Merkulova vs Sergey Shvets (2005) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Irina Merkulova vs Sergey Shvets?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (ECO B22).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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