Jon S Speelman vs Alexei Shirov

Gibtelecom Masters, 2006 · Result 0–1 · Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Original Defense (D78).

Alexei Shirov27091

Jon S Speelman25390

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Game details

White: Jon S Speelman (2539)
Black: Alexei Shirov (2709)
Result: 0–1
Event: Gibtelecom Masters
Year: 2006
Opening: Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Original Defense (D78)

About this chess game

This chess game between Jon S Speelman (2539) and Alexei Shirov (2709) was played at Gibtelecom Masters in 2006 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Original Defense (D78). 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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Who won Jon S Speelman vs Alexei Shirov?

Jon S Speelman vs Alexei Shirov (2006) finished 0–1, a win for Alexei Shirov.

What opening was played in Jon S Speelman vs Alexei Shirov?

The game opened with the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Original Defense (ECO D78).

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