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This chess game between Rafael A Vaganian (2639) and Ar Timofeev (2591) was played at TCh-RUS in 2004 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Exchange Variation (D71).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Rafael A Vaganian vs Ar Timofeev?
Rafael A Vaganian vs Ar Timofeev (2004) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Rafael A Vaganian vs Ar Timofeev?
The game opened with the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Exchange Variation (ECO D71).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Rafael A Vaganian vs Ar Timofeev, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.