Aleksandar Atanasov vs Ruslan Ponomariov

Grand Prix Bucharest 2024, 2024 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Modern Variations (B50).

Ruslan Ponomariov26461

Aleksandar Atanasov18200

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Game details

White: Aleksandar Atanasov (1820)
Black: Ruslan Ponomariov (2646)
Result: 0–1
Event: Grand Prix Bucharest 2024
Year: 2024
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Modern Variations (B50)

About this chess game

This chess game between Aleksandar Atanasov (1820) and Ruslan Ponomariov (2646) was played at Grand Prix Bucharest 2024 in 2024 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Modern Variations (B50). 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 Aleksandar Atanasov vs Ruslan Ponomariov?

Aleksandar Atanasov vs Ruslan Ponomariov (2024) finished 0–1, a win for Ruslan Ponomariov.

What opening was played in Aleksandar Atanasov vs Ruslan Ponomariov?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Modern Variations (ECO B50).

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