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This chess game between S. Budko (2250) and Sergei Vakin (2360) was played at Chigorin Memorial in 1998 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Classical Variation (B84).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won S. Budko vs Sergei Vakin?
S. Budko vs Sergei Vakin (1998) finished 0-1, a win for Sergei Vakin.
What opening was played in S. Budko vs Sergei Vakin?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Classical Variation (ECO B84).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of S. Budko vs Sergei Vakin, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.