Nikita Vitiugov vs Alexei Shirov

TCh-RUS Men 2017, 2017 · Result ½–½ · Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Original Defense (D78).

Alexei Shirov2664½

Nikita Vitiugov2731½

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Game details

White: Nikita Vitiugov (2731)
Black: Alexei Shirov (2664)
Result: ½–½
Event: TCh-RUS Men 2017
Year: 2017
Opening: Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Original Defense (D78)

About this chess game

This chess game between Nikita Vitiugov (2731) and Alexei Shirov (2664) was played at TCh-RUS Men 2017 in 2017 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Original Defense (D78). 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 Nikita Vitiugov vs Alexei Shirov?

Nikita Vitiugov vs Alexei Shirov (2017) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Nikita Vitiugov vs Alexei Shirov?

The game opened with the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Original Defense (ECO D78).

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