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2011 Sigeman & Co Chess Tournament - Round 2: Wesley So vs. Alexei Shirov - Slav Defence

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ChessNetworkMaster gamesSigeman2011Shirov, alexeiSo, wesleySlav defense

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This is a game from Round 2 of 2011 Sigeman & Co Tournament between Wesley So and Alexei Shirov. Clearly not all opposite colored bishop endings are drawn. Observe how small positional gains and astute decisions by white convert the full point.
Opening: Slav Defense
Location: Malmö, Sweden

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