Kevin Nguyen vs Alexander A. Yakimenko

Basel Masters 2017, 2017 · Result 1–0 · Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense (C71).

Alexander A. Yakimenko22420

Kevin Nguyen21221

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Game details

White: Kevin Nguyen (2122)
Black: Alexander A. Yakimenko (2242)
Result: 1–0
Event: Basel Masters 2017
Year: 2017
Opening: Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense (C71)

About this chess game

This chess game between Kevin Nguyen (2122) and Alexander A. Yakimenko (2242) was played at Basel Masters 2017 in 2017 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense (C71). 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 Kevin Nguyen vs Alexander A. Yakimenko?

Kevin Nguyen vs Alexander A. Yakimenko (2017) finished 1–0, a win for Kevin Nguyen.

What opening was played in Kevin Nguyen vs Alexander A. Yakimenko?

The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense (ECO C71).

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