Evgeny Pigusov vs Boris Gelfand

World Rapid 2019, 2019 · Result ½–½ · English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Four Knights Variation (A35).

Boris Gelfand2684½

Evgeny Pigusov2555½

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Game details

White: Evgeny Pigusov (2555)
Black: Boris Gelfand (2684)
Result: ½–½
Event: World Rapid 2019
Year: 2019
Opening: English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Four Knights Variation (A35)

About this chess game

This chess game between Evgeny Pigusov (2555) and Boris Gelfand (2684) was played at World Rapid 2019 in 2019 and finished ½–½. The opening was the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Four Knights Variation (A35). 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 Evgeny Pigusov vs Boris Gelfand?

Evgeny Pigusov vs Boris Gelfand (2019) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Evgeny Pigusov vs Boris Gelfand?

The game opened with the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Four Knights Variation (ECO A35).

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