Arkadij Naiditsch vs Pentala Harikrishna

Pokerstars International Open 2015, 2015 · Result 0–1 · French Defense: Classical Variation (C11).

Pentala Harikrishna27371

Arkadij Naiditsch26820

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Game details

White: Arkadij Naiditsch (2682)
Black: Pentala Harikrishna (2737)
Result: 0–1
Event: Pokerstars International Open 2015
Year: 2015
Opening: French Defense: Classical Variation (C11)

About this chess game

This chess game between Arkadij Naiditsch (2682) and Pentala Harikrishna (2737) was played at Pokerstars International Open 2015 in 2015 and finished 0–1. The opening was the French Defense: Classical Variation (C11). 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 Arkadij Naiditsch vs Pentala Harikrishna?

Arkadij Naiditsch vs Pentala Harikrishna (2015) finished 0–1, a win for Pentala Harikrishna.

What opening was played in Arkadij Naiditsch vs Pentala Harikrishna?

The game opened with the French Defense: Classical Variation (ECO C11).

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