Ivan Popov vs Shakhriyar Mamedyarov

World Blitz 2018, 2018 · Result ½–½ · Four Knights Game: Spanish Variation, Double Spanish (C49).

Shakhriyar Mamedyarov2817½

Ivan Popov2592½

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Game details

White: Ivan Popov (2592)
Black: Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (2817)
Result: ½–½
Event: World Blitz 2018
Year: 2018
Opening: Four Knights Game: Spanish Variation, Double Spanish (C49)

About this chess game

This chess game between Ivan Popov (2592) and Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (2817) was played at World Blitz 2018 in 2018 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Four Knights Game: Spanish Variation, Double Spanish (C49). 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 Ivan Popov vs Shakhriyar Mamedyarov?

Ivan Popov vs Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (2018) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Ivan Popov vs Shakhriyar Mamedyarov?

The game opened with the Four Knights Game: Spanish Variation, Double Spanish (ECO C49).

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