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This chess game between Mihail Nikitenko (2476) and Hengyi Zhu (2415) was played at Tashkent GM 2026 in 2026 and finished ½-½. The opening was the French Defense: Advance Variation (C02).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Mihail Nikitenko vs Hengyi Zhu?
Mihail Nikitenko vs Hengyi Zhu (2026) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Mihail Nikitenko vs Hengyi Zhu?
The game opened with the French Defense: Advance Variation (ECO C02).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Mihail Nikitenko vs Hengyi Zhu, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.