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This chess game between Sergey Validov (1910) and Nikolay Bystrov (2036) was played in 2015 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Slav Defense: Exchange Variation, Symmetrical Line (D14).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Sergey Validov vs Nikolay Bystrov?
Sergey Validov vs Nikolay Bystrov (2015) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Sergey Validov vs Nikolay Bystrov?
The game opened with the Slav Defense: Exchange Variation, Symmetrical Line (ECO D14).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Sergey Validov vs Nikolay Bystrov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.