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This chess game between Timur Nurzhanov (2207) and Alex Ganichev (2241) was played at 1st 3-0 Thu 1st Jan 2026 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Richter-Rauzer Variation, Neo-Modern Variation (B67).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Timur Nurzhanov vs Alex Ganichev?
Timur Nurzhanov vs Alex Ganichev finished 1-0, a win for Timur Nurzhanov.
What opening was played in Timur Nurzhanov vs Alex Ganichev?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Richter-Rauzer Variation, Neo-Modern Variation (ECO B67).
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