Alexei Shirov vs Xianliang Xu
It Grenke Chess Open, 2018 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Yugoslav Attack (B78).
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Game details
- White
- Alexei Shirov (2644)
- Black
- Xianliang Xu (2420)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- It Grenke Chess Open
- Year
- 2018
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Yugoslav Attack (B78)
About this chess game
This chess game between Alexei Shirov (2644) and Xianliang Xu (2420) was played at It Grenke Chess Open in 2018 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Yugoslav Attack (B78). 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 Xianliang Xu?
Alexei Shirov vs Xianliang Xu (2018) finished 1–0, a win for Alexei Shirov.
What opening was played in Alexei Shirov vs Xianliang Xu?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Yugoslav Attack (ECO B78).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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