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This chess game between Zeljko Stimac (2287) and Alexandr Ivanov (2293) was played at WC.2012.S.00002 in 2009 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense (C97).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Zeljko Stimac vs Alexandr Ivanov?
Zeljko Stimac vs Alexandr Ivanov (2009) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Zeljko Stimac vs Alexandr Ivanov?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense (ECO C97).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Zeljko Stimac vs Alexandr Ivanov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.