Vadim Ruban vs Alexander Khalifman
Sochi-A, 1989 · Result ½–½ · Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Ultra-Delayed Exchange Variation (D79).
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Game details
- White
- Vadim Ruban (2420)
- Black
- Alexander Khalifman (2545)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Sochi-A
- Year
- 1989
- Opening
- Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Ultra-Delayed Exchange Variation (D79)
About this chess game
This chess game between Vadim Ruban (2420) and Alexander Khalifman (2545) was played at Sochi-A in 1989 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Ultra-Delayed Exchange Variation (D79). 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 Vadim Ruban vs Alexander Khalifman?
Vadim Ruban vs Alexander Khalifman (1989) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Vadim Ruban vs Alexander Khalifman?
The game opened with the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Ultra-Delayed Exchange Variation (ECO D79).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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