Pal Benko vs Stepan Popel
US Open, 1969 · Result 1–0 · English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Sicilian (A21).
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Game details
- White
- Pal Benko
- Black
- Stepan Popel
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- US Open
- Year
- 1969
- Opening
- English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Sicilian (A21)
About this chess game
This chess game between Pal Benko and Stepan Popel was played at US Open in 1969 and finished 1–0. The opening was the English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Sicilian (A21). 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 Pal Benko vs Stepan Popel?
Pal Benko vs Stepan Popel (1969) finished 1–0, a win for Pal Benko.
What opening was played in Pal Benko vs Stepan Popel?
The game opened with the English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Sicilian (ECO A21).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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