Momchil Nikolov vs Arkadij Naiditsch

TCh-SRB Premier Men, 2011 · Result 1–0 · Benoni Defense (A61).

Arkadij Naiditsch27070

Momchil Nikolov25781

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Game details

White: Momchil Nikolov (2578)
Black: Arkadij Naiditsch (2707)
Result: 1–0
Event: TCh-SRB Premier Men
Year: 2011
Opening: Benoni Defense (A61)

About this chess game

This chess game between Momchil Nikolov (2578) and Arkadij Naiditsch (2707) was played at TCh-SRB Premier Men in 2011 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Benoni Defense (A61). 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 Momchil Nikolov vs Arkadij Naiditsch?

Momchil Nikolov vs Arkadij Naiditsch (2011) finished 1–0, a win for Momchil Nikolov.

What opening was played in Momchil Nikolov vs Arkadij Naiditsch?

The game opened with the Benoni Defense (ECO A61).

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