Hikaru Nakamura vs Alexander Shabalov
USA Ch 2016, 2016 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42).
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Game details
- White
- Hikaru Nakamura (2787)
- Black
- Alexander Shabalov (2528)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- USA Ch 2016
- Year
- 2016
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42)
About this chess game
This chess game between Hikaru Nakamura (2787) and Alexander Shabalov (2528) was played at USA Ch 2016 in 2016 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42). 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 Hikaru Nakamura vs Alexander Shabalov?
Hikaru Nakamura vs Alexander Shabalov (2016) finished 1–0, a win for Hikaru Nakamura.
What opening was played in Hikaru Nakamura vs Alexander Shabalov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (ECO B42).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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