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This chess game between William Desmas (1669) and Pavel Bulgakov (1801) was played in 2009 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Grünfeld Defense: Exchange Variation, Sokolsky Variation (D89).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won William Desmas vs Pavel Bulgakov?
William Desmas vs Pavel Bulgakov (2009) finished 0-1, a win for Pavel Bulgakov.
What opening was played in William Desmas vs Pavel Bulgakov?
The game opened with the Grünfeld Defense: Exchange Variation, Sokolsky Variation (ECO D89).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of William Desmas vs Pavel Bulgakov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.