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This chess game between Igor Sankov (2000) and Maksim Ivannikov (2184) was played at 21. Moscow Open A 2025 in 2025 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation (E32).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Igor Sankov vs Maksim Ivannikov?
Igor Sankov vs Maksim Ivannikov (2025) finished 1-0, a win for Igor Sankov.
What opening was played in Igor Sankov vs Maksim Ivannikov?
The game opened with the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation (ECO E32).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Igor Sankov vs Maksim Ivannikov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.