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This chess game between Roman Cherevatenko (2410) and Akira Watanabe (2350) was played at Wch-student in 1998 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (B97).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Roman Cherevatenko vs Akira Watanabe?
Roman Cherevatenko vs Akira Watanabe (1998) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Roman Cherevatenko vs Akira Watanabe?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (ECO B97).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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