Alexei Shirov vs Melih Yurtseven
GRENKE Chess Open 2016, 2016 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90).
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Game details
- White
- Alexei Shirov (2685)
- Black
- Melih Yurtseven (2323)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- GRENKE Chess Open 2016
- Year
- 2016
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90)
About this chess game
This chess game between Alexei Shirov (2685) and Melih Yurtseven (2323) was played at GRENKE Chess Open 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 Melih Yurtseven?
Alexei Shirov vs Melih Yurtseven (2016) finished 1–0, a win for Alexei Shirov.
What opening was played in Alexei Shirov vs Melih Yurtseven?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (ECO B90).
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