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This chess game between Sergey Birjukov (2287) and Yury Petukhov (2098) was played in 2009 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Benoni Defense: Classical Variation (A70).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Sergey Birjukov vs Yury Petukhov?
Sergey Birjukov vs Yury Petukhov (2009) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Sergey Birjukov vs Yury Petukhov?
The game opened with the Benoni Defense: Classical Variation (ECO A70).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Sergey Birjukov vs Yury Petukhov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.