Ionut Pepene vs Cezar Istratescu
2002 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45).
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Game details
- White
- Ionut Pepene (1835)
- Black
- Cezar Istratescu (1780)
- Result
- 0–1
- Year
- 2002
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45)
About this chess game
This chess game between Ionut Pepene (1835) and Cezar Istratescu (1780) was played in 2002 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45). 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 Ionut Pepene vs Cezar Istratescu?
Ionut Pepene vs Cezar Istratescu (2002) finished 0–1, a win for Cezar Istratescu.
What opening was played in Ionut Pepene vs Cezar Istratescu?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (ECO B45).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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