Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Deshun Xiu

Moscow RUS, RSSU Open-A 2015, 2015 · Result 1–0 · Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (D31).

Deshun Xiu25430

Ian Nepomniachtchi27141

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Game details

White: Ian Nepomniachtchi (2714)
Black: Deshun Xiu (2543)
Result: 1–0
Event: Moscow RUS, RSSU Open-A 2015
Year: 2015
Opening: Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (D31)

About this chess game

This chess game between Ian Nepomniachtchi (2714) and Deshun Xiu (2543) was played at Moscow RUS, RSSU Open-A 2015 in 2015 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (D31). 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 Deshun Xiu?

Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Deshun Xiu (2015) finished 1–0, a win for Ian Nepomniachtchi.

What opening was played in Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Deshun Xiu?

The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (ECO D31).

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