A. Nikitin vs Ralf Lau

Dortmund Open I, 1993 · Result ½–½ · Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (D31).

Ralf Lau2530½

A. Nikitin2164½

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Game details

White: A. Nikitin (2164)
Black: Ralf Lau (2530)
Result: ½–½
Event: Dortmund Open I
Year: 1993
Opening: Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (D31)

About this chess game

This chess game between A. Nikitin (2164) and Ralf Lau (2530) was played at Dortmund Open I in 1993 and finished ½–½. 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 A. Nikitin vs Ralf Lau?

A. Nikitin vs Ralf Lau (1993) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in A. Nikitin vs Ralf Lau?

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

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