Ruslan Ponomariov vs Alexander Riazantsev

FIDE World Rapid Ch, 2013 · Result 1–0 · Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (D31).

Alexander Riazantsev27080

Ruslan Ponomariov27431

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Game details

White: Ruslan Ponomariov (2743)
Black: Alexander Riazantsev (2708)
Result: 1–0
Event: FIDE World Rapid Ch
Year: 2013
Opening: Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (D31)

About this chess game

This chess game between Ruslan Ponomariov (2743) and Alexander Riazantsev (2708) was played at FIDE World Rapid Ch in 2013 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (D31). 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 Alexander Riazantsev?

Ruslan Ponomariov vs Alexander Riazantsev (2013) finished 1–0, a win for Ruslan Ponomariov.

What opening was played in Ruslan Ponomariov vs Alexander Riazantsev?

The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (ECO D31).

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