Valery Salov vs Boris Gelfand
Hoogovens Blitz, 1998 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Modern Variations (B50).
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Game details
- White
- Valery Salov (2680)
- Black
- Boris Gelfand (2675)
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- Hoogovens Blitz
- Year
- 1998
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Modern Variations (B50)
About this chess game
This chess game between Valery Salov (2680) and Boris Gelfand (2675) was played at Hoogovens Blitz in 1998 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Modern Variations (B50). 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 Valery Salov vs Boris Gelfand?
Valery Salov vs Boris Gelfand (1998) finished 0–1, a win for Boris Gelfand.
What opening was played in Valery Salov vs Boris Gelfand?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Modern Variations (ECO B50).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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