Nigel D Short vs Stelios Halkias

World Rapid 2017, 2017 · Result ½–½ · English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Four Knights Variation (A35).

Stelios Halkias2571½

Nigel D Short2678½

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Game details

White: Nigel D Short (2678)
Black: Stelios Halkias (2571)
Result: ½–½
Event: World Rapid 2017
Year: 2017
Opening: English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Four Knights Variation (A35)

About this chess game

This chess game between Nigel D Short (2678) and Stelios Halkias (2571) was played at World Rapid 2017 in 2017 and finished ½–½. The opening was the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Four Knights Variation (A35). 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 Nigel D Short vs Stelios Halkias?

Nigel D Short vs Stelios Halkias (2017) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Nigel D Short vs Stelios Halkias?

The game opened with the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Four Knights Variation (ECO A35).

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