Denis Shmeliov vs Richard Costigan
USCL 2008, 2008 · Result ½–½ · Benko Gambit (A59).
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Game details
- White
- Denis Shmeliov (2340)
- Black
- Richard Costigan (2301)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- USCL 2008
- Year
- 2008
- Opening
- Benko Gambit (A59)
About this chess game
This chess game between Denis Shmeliov (2340) and Richard Costigan (2301) was played at USCL 2008 in 2008 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Benko Gambit (A59). 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 Denis Shmeliov vs Richard Costigan?
Denis Shmeliov vs Richard Costigan (2008) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Denis Shmeliov vs Richard Costigan?
The game opened with the Benko Gambit (ECO A59).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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