Sarin Nihal vs Vlad-Ionut Stegariu

24. Abu Dhabi Masters, 2017 · Result ½–½ · Queen's Gambit Declined: Semi-Tarrasch Defense, San Sebastian Variation (D41).

Vlad-Ionut Stegariu2244½

Sarin Nihal2485½

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Game details

White: Sarin Nihal (2485)
Black: Vlad-Ionut Stegariu (2244)
Result: ½–½
Event: 24. Abu Dhabi Masters
Year: 2017
Opening: Queen's Gambit Declined: Semi-Tarrasch Defense, San Sebastian Variation (D41)

About this chess game

This chess game between Sarin Nihal (2485) and Vlad-Ionut Stegariu (2244) was played at 24. Abu Dhabi Masters in 2017 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Semi-Tarrasch Defense, San Sebastian Variation (D41). 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 Sarin Nihal vs Vlad-Ionut Stegariu?

Sarin Nihal vs Vlad-Ionut Stegariu (2017) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Sarin Nihal vs Vlad-Ionut Stegariu?

The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Semi-Tarrasch Defense, San Sebastian Variation (ECO D41).

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