Yangyi Yu vs Alexander Grischuk

2. IMSA Basque 2017, 2017 · Result ½–½ · Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Original Defense (D78).

Alexander Grischuk2772½

Yangyi Yu2751½

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Game details

White: Yangyi Yu (2751)
Black: Alexander Grischuk (2772)
Result: ½–½
Event: 2. IMSA Basque 2017
Year: 2017
Opening: Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Original Defense (D78)

About this chess game

This chess game between Yangyi Yu (2751) and Alexander Grischuk (2772) was played at 2. IMSA Basque 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 Yangyi Yu vs Alexander Grischuk?

Yangyi Yu vs Alexander Grischuk (2017) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Yangyi Yu vs Alexander Grischuk?

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

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