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This chess game between Mihail Nikitenko (2516) and Sergei Azarov (2596) was played at 8. Sharjah Masters 2025 in 2025 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense (C78).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Mihail Nikitenko vs Sergei Azarov?
Mihail Nikitenko vs Sergei Azarov (2025) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Mihail Nikitenko vs Sergei Azarov?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense (ECO C78).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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