Valentin Serban vs Ilias Papaioannou
40. Olympiad Open, 2012 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B94).
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Game details
- White
- Valentin Serban (2280)
- Black
- Ilias Papaioannou (2606)
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- 40. Olympiad Open
- Year
- 2012
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B94)
About this chess game
This chess game between Valentin Serban (2280) and Ilias Papaioannou (2606) was played at 40. Olympiad Open in 2012 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B94). 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 Valentin Serban vs Ilias Papaioannou?
Valentin Serban vs Ilias Papaioannou (2012) finished 0–1, a win for Ilias Papaioannou.
What opening was played in Valentin Serban vs Ilias Papaioannou?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (ECO B94).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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