Tigran Nalbandian vs Jasper Holtel

45. Sparkassen Open, 2017 · Result ½–½ · Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Ultra-Delayed Exchange Variation (D79).

Jasper Holtel2229½

Tigran Nalbandian2458½

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Game details

White: Tigran Nalbandian (2458)
Black: Jasper Holtel (2229)
Result: ½–½
Event: 45. Sparkassen Open
Year: 2017
Opening: Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Ultra-Delayed Exchange Variation (D79)

About this chess game

This chess game between Tigran Nalbandian (2458) and Jasper Holtel (2229) was played at 45. Sparkassen Open in 2017 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Ultra-Delayed Exchange Variation (D79). 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 Tigran Nalbandian vs Jasper Holtel?

Tigran Nalbandian vs Jasper Holtel (2017) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Tigran Nalbandian vs Jasper Holtel?

The game opened with the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Ultra-Delayed Exchange Variation (ECO D79).

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