Markel Vesga Izeta vs Nicodim-Cosmin Stepanencu
1. 3-0 Thu 19. Feb 2026, 2026 · Result 1–0 · Benko Gambit Accepted: Fully Accepted Variation (A58).
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Game details
- White
- Markel Vesga Izeta (2281)
- Black
- Nicodim-Cosmin Stepanencu (2353)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- 1. 3-0 Thu 19. Feb 2026
- Year
- 2026
- Opening
- Benko Gambit Accepted: Fully Accepted Variation (A58)
About this chess game
This chess game between Markel Vesga Izeta (2281) and Nicodim-Cosmin Stepanencu (2353) was played at 1. 3-0 Thu 19. Feb 2026 in 2026 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Benko Gambit Accepted: Fully Accepted Variation (A58). 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 Markel Vesga Izeta vs Nicodim-Cosmin Stepanencu?
Markel Vesga Izeta vs Nicodim-Cosmin Stepanencu (2026) finished 1–0, a win for Markel Vesga Izeta.
What opening was played in Markel Vesga Izeta vs Nicodim-Cosmin Stepanencu?
The game opened with the Benko Gambit Accepted: Fully Accepted Variation (ECO A58).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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