Evgeny Pigusov vs Ian Nepomniachtchi

World Blitz 2019, 2019 · Result 0–1 · Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Delayed Exchange Variation (D76).

Ian Nepomniachtchi27671

Evgeny Pigusov25550

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Game details

White: Evgeny Pigusov (2555)
Black: Ian Nepomniachtchi (2767)
Result: 0–1
Event: World Blitz 2019
Year: 2019
Opening: Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Delayed Exchange Variation (D76)

About this chess game

This chess game between Evgeny Pigusov (2555) and Ian Nepomniachtchi (2767) was played at World Blitz 2019 in 2019 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Delayed Exchange Variation (D76). 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 Ian Nepomniachtchi?

Evgeny Pigusov vs Ian Nepomniachtchi (2019) finished 0–1, a win for Ian Nepomniachtchi.

What opening was played in Evgeny Pigusov vs Ian Nepomniachtchi?

The game opened with the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Delayed Exchange Variation (ECO D76).

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