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This chess game between Nikolay Zhidelev (2160) and Marat I Gilfanov (2337) was played at Russian Chess Crown A in 2026 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Classical Defense (E48).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Nikolay Zhidelev vs Marat I Gilfanov?
Nikolay Zhidelev vs Marat I Gilfanov (2026) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Nikolay Zhidelev vs Marat I Gilfanov?
The game opened with the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Classical Defense (ECO E48).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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