James A Rizzitano vs Igor Novikov

Mashantucket USA, Foxwoods 2055, 2005 · Result ½–½ · Queen's Gambit Declined: Semi-Tarrasch Defense (D40).

Igor Novikov2592½

James A Rizzitano2407½

Notation · 40 moves

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Game details

White: James A Rizzitano (2407)
Black: Igor Novikov (2592)
Result: ½–½
Event: Mashantucket USA, Foxwoods 2055
Year: 2005
Opening: Queen's Gambit Declined: Semi-Tarrasch Defense (D40)

About this chess game

This chess game between James A Rizzitano (2407) and Igor Novikov (2592) was played at Mashantucket USA, Foxwoods 2055 in 2005 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Semi-Tarrasch Defense (D40). 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 James A Rizzitano vs Igor Novikov?

James A Rizzitano vs Igor Novikov (2005) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in James A Rizzitano vs Igor Novikov?

The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Semi-Tarrasch Defense (ECO D40).

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