Alexander Shabalov vs Hikaru Nakamura
USA Ch 2017, 2017 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (B30).
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Game details
- White
- Alexander Shabalov (2556)
- Black
- Hikaru Nakamura (2793)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- USA Ch 2017
- Year
- 2017
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (B30)
About this chess game
This chess game between Alexander Shabalov (2556) and Hikaru Nakamura (2793) was played at USA Ch 2017 in 2017 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (B30). 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 Alexander Shabalov vs Hikaru Nakamura?
Alexander Shabalov vs Hikaru Nakamura (2017) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Alexander Shabalov vs Hikaru Nakamura?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (ECO B30).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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