Samuel Sevian vs Tigran Ishkanov

It Northern California Open, 2012 · Result ½–½ · French Defense: Winawer Variation, Advance Variation (C17).

Tigran Ishkanov2350½

Samuel Sevian2185½

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Game details

White: Samuel Sevian (2185)
Black: Tigran Ishkanov (2350)
Result: ½–½
Event: It Northern California Open
Year: 2012
Opening: French Defense: Winawer Variation, Advance Variation (C17)

About this chess game

This chess game between Samuel Sevian (2185) and Tigran Ishkanov (2350) was played at It Northern California Open in 2012 and finished ½–½. The opening was the French Defense: Winawer Variation, Advance Variation (C17). 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 Samuel Sevian vs Tigran Ishkanov?

Samuel Sevian vs Tigran Ishkanov (2012) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Samuel Sevian vs Tigran Ishkanov?

The game opened with the French Defense: Winawer Variation, Advance Variation (ECO C17).

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