Nataliya Zainullina vs Niki Stepanov

XXX Nezhmetdinov Memorial, 2008 · Result ½–½ · Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Anderssen Variation (C77).

Niki Stepanov1834½

Nataliya Zainullina2179½

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Game details

White: Nataliya Zainullina (2179)
Black: Niki Stepanov (1834)
Result: ½–½
Event: XXX Nezhmetdinov Memorial
Year: 2008
Opening: Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Anderssen Variation (C77)

About this chess game

This chess game between Nataliya Zainullina (2179) and Niki Stepanov (1834) was played at XXX Nezhmetdinov Memorial in 2008 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Anderssen Variation (C77). 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 Nataliya Zainullina vs Niki Stepanov?

Nataliya Zainullina vs Niki Stepanov (2008) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Nataliya Zainullina vs Niki Stepanov?

The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Anderssen Variation (ECO C77).

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