Alexei Shirov vs Ruslan Ponomariov
European Rapid 2016, 2016 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90).
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Game details
- White
- Alexei Shirov (2673)
- Black
- Ruslan Ponomariov (2709)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- European Rapid 2016
- Year
- 2016
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90)
About this chess game
This chess game between Alexei Shirov (2673) and Ruslan Ponomariov (2709) was played at European Rapid 2016 in 2016 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90). 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 Alexei Shirov vs Ruslan Ponomariov?
Alexei Shirov vs Ruslan Ponomariov (2016) finished 1–0, a win for Alexei Shirov.
What opening was played in Alexei Shirov vs Ruslan Ponomariov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (ECO B90).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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