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This chess game between Alek Safarian (2036) and Hamish Selnes (1904) was played at Queenstown Classic in 2012 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Grünfeld Defense: Exchange Variation (D85).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Alek Safarian vs Hamish Selnes?
Alek Safarian vs Hamish Selnes (2012) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Alek Safarian vs Hamish Selnes?
The game opened with the Grünfeld Defense: Exchange Variation (ECO D85).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Alek Safarian vs Hamish Selnes, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.