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This chess game between Jernej Pirs (2349) and Vitaly Ivanovich Kurgansky (2374) was played at GER/M05/B (GER) in 2016 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Jernej Pirs vs Vitaly Ivanovich Kurgansky?
Jernej Pirs vs Vitaly Ivanovich Kurgansky (2016) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Jernej Pirs vs Vitaly Ivanovich Kurgansky?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B23).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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