Vasiliy Chernikov vs Vitaly Kovalev
Petr Izmailov Memorial, 2009 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Opocensky Variation (B92).
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Game details
- White
- Vasiliy Chernikov (1924)
- Black
- Vitaly Kovalev (1958)
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- Petr Izmailov Memorial
- Year
- 2009
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Opocensky Variation (B92)
About this chess game
This chess game between Vasiliy Chernikov (1924) and Vitaly Kovalev (1958) was played at Petr Izmailov Memorial in 2009 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Opocensky Variation (B92). 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 Vasiliy Chernikov vs Vitaly Kovalev?
Vasiliy Chernikov vs Vitaly Kovalev (2009) finished 0–1, a win for Vitaly Kovalev.
What opening was played in Vasiliy Chernikov vs Vitaly Kovalev?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Opocensky Variation (ECO B92).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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