Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Ruslan Ponomariov
Eurasian Blitz Chess Cup, 2016 · Result ½–½ · Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense, Fianchetto Variation (C76).
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Game details
- White
- Ian Nepomniachtchi (2719)
- Black
- Ruslan Ponomariov (2706)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Eurasian Blitz Chess Cup
- Year
- 2016
- Opening
- Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense, Fianchetto Variation (C76)
About this chess game
This chess game between Ian Nepomniachtchi (2719) and Ruslan Ponomariov (2706) was played at Eurasian Blitz Chess Cup in 2016 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense, Fianchetto Variation (C76). 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 Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Ruslan Ponomariov?
Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Ruslan Ponomariov (2016) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Ruslan Ponomariov?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense, Fianchetto Variation (ECO C76).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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