William Wharton vs Alexander Shabalov

Philadelphia, 1990 · Result ½–½ · Hungarian Opening: Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit (A07).

Alexander Shabalov2465½

William Wharton2230½

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Game details

White: William Wharton (2230)
Black: Alexander Shabalov (2465)
Result: ½–½
Event: Philadelphia
Year: 1990
Opening: Hungarian Opening: Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit (A07)

About this chess game

This chess game between William Wharton (2230) and Alexander Shabalov (2465) was played at Philadelphia in 1990 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Hungarian Opening: Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit (A07). 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 William Wharton vs Alexander Shabalov?

William Wharton vs Alexander Shabalov (1990) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in William Wharton vs Alexander Shabalov?

The game opened with the Hungarian Opening: Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit (ECO A07).

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