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This chess game between Evgeny Balakhontsev (1849) and Valery Petrov (1951) was played in 2012 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: McDonnell Attack (B21).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Evgeny Balakhontsev vs Valery Petrov?
Evgeny Balakhontsev vs Valery Petrov (2012) finished 0-1, a win for Valery Petrov.
What opening was played in Evgeny Balakhontsev vs Valery Petrov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: McDonnell Attack (ECO B21).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Evgeny Balakhontsev vs Valery Petrov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.