Vidit Saini vs Pentala Harikrishna

Tata Steel IND Rapid Open, 2023 · Result ½–½ · Queen's Gambit Declined: Three Knights Variation (D37).

Pentala Harikrishna2711½

Vidit Saini2716½

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Game details

White: Vidit Saini (2716)
Black: Pentala Harikrishna (2711)
Result: ½–½
Event: Tata Steel IND Rapid Open
Year: 2023
Opening: Queen's Gambit Declined: Three Knights Variation (D37)

About this chess game

This chess game between Vidit Saini (2716) and Pentala Harikrishna (2711) was played at Tata Steel IND Rapid Open in 2023 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Three Knights Variation (D37). 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 Vidit Saini vs Pentala Harikrishna?

Vidit Saini vs Pentala Harikrishna (2023) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Vidit Saini vs Pentala Harikrishna?

The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Three Knights Variation (ECO D37).

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