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This chess game between Ilmir Taipov (1673) and Leonid Elkin (2055) was played at 38. Nezhmetdinov Memorial in 2016 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense (B20).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Ilmir Taipov vs Leonid Elkin?
Ilmir Taipov vs Leonid Elkin (2016) finished 0-1, a win for Leonid Elkin.
What opening was played in Ilmir Taipov vs Leonid Elkin?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense (ECO B20).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Ilmir Taipov vs Leonid Elkin, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.