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This chess game between Elena Donaldson-A (2420) and Larisa Polnarieva (2230) was played at Sochi women in 1987 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Grünfeld Defense: Three Knights Variation, Petrosian System (D91).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Elena Donaldson-A vs Larisa Polnarieva?
Elena Donaldson-A vs Larisa Polnarieva (1987) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Elena Donaldson-A vs Larisa Polnarieva?
The game opened with the Grünfeld Defense: Three Knights Variation, Petrosian System (ECO D91).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Elena Donaldson-A vs Larisa Polnarieva, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.