Ruslan Ponomariov vs Hikaru Nakamura
42. Olympiad 2016, 2016 · Result ½–½ · Benoni Defense: Classical Variation (A70).
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Game details
- White
- Ruslan Ponomariov (2709)
- Black
- Hikaru Nakamura (2789)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- 42. Olympiad 2016
- Year
- 2016
- Opening
- Benoni Defense: Classical Variation (A70)
About this chess game
This chess game between Ruslan Ponomariov (2709) and Hikaru Nakamura (2789) was played at 42. Olympiad 2016 in 2016 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Benoni Defense: Classical Variation (A70). 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 Ruslan Ponomariov vs Hikaru Nakamura?
Ruslan Ponomariov vs Hikaru Nakamura (2016) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Ruslan Ponomariov vs Hikaru Nakamura?
The game opened with the Benoni Defense: Classical Variation (ECO A70).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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