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This chess game between Maksim Samusenko (2453) and Nikita Afanasiev (1559) was played at Russian Chess Crown A in 2026 and finished ½-½. The opening was the French Defense: Tarrasch Variation (C03).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Maksim Samusenko vs Nikita Afanasiev?
Maksim Samusenko vs Nikita Afanasiev (2026) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Maksim Samusenko vs Nikita Afanasiev?
The game opened with the French Defense: Tarrasch Variation (ECO C03).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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