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This chess game between Ivan Retti (1859) and Oleg Nikulin (1690) was played at EYb12 in 2008 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Petrov's Defense (C42).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Ivan Retti vs Oleg Nikulin?
Ivan Retti vs Oleg Nikulin (2008) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Ivan Retti vs Oleg Nikulin?
The game opened with the Petrov's Defense (ECO C42).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Ivan Retti vs Oleg Nikulin, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.