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This chess game between Nikolai Shukh (2421) and Igor Zhestkov (1876) was played at Ch Russia (students) in 2013 and finished 1-0. The opening was the French Defense: Classical Variation (C11).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Nikolai Shukh vs Igor Zhestkov?
Nikolai Shukh vs Igor Zhestkov (2013) finished 1-0, a win for Nikolai Shukh.
What opening was played in Nikolai Shukh vs Igor Zhestkov?
The game opened with the French Defense: Classical Variation (ECO C11).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Nikolai Shukh vs Igor Zhestkov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.