Rafael Stern vs Igor Rapoport
Komercni Bank, 1996 · Result ½–½ · Semi-Slav Defense: Accelerated Meran Variation (D45).
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Game details
- White
- Rafael Stern (2450)
- Black
- Igor Rapoport (2300)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Komercni Bank
- Year
- 1996
- Opening
- Semi-Slav Defense: Accelerated Meran Variation (D45)
About this chess game
This chess game between Rafael Stern (2450) and Igor Rapoport (2300) was played at Komercni Bank in 1996 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Semi-Slav Defense: Accelerated Meran Variation (D45). 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 Rafael Stern vs Igor Rapoport?
Rafael Stern vs Igor Rapoport (1996) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Rafael Stern vs Igor Rapoport?
The game opened with the Semi-Slav Defense: Accelerated Meran Variation (ECO D45).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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