Pavel Shkapenko vs Arkadij Naiditsch

European Blitz 2016, 2016 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22).

Arkadij Naiditsch26871

Pavel Shkapenko24250

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Game details

White: Pavel Shkapenko (2425)
Black: Arkadij Naiditsch (2687)
Result: 0–1
Event: European Blitz 2016
Year: 2016
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22)

About this chess game

This chess game between Pavel Shkapenko (2425) and Arkadij Naiditsch (2687) was played at European Blitz 2016 in 2016 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22). 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 Pavel Shkapenko vs Arkadij Naiditsch?

Pavel Shkapenko vs Arkadij Naiditsch (2016) finished 0–1, a win for Arkadij Naiditsch.

What opening was played in Pavel Shkapenko vs Arkadij Naiditsch?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (ECO B22).

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