John Donaldson vs Leonid Shamkovich

Bermuda, 1995 · Result ½–½ · King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Positional Defense (E94).

Leonid Shamkovich2390½

John Donaldson2420½

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Game details

White: John Donaldson (2420)
Black: Leonid Shamkovich (2390)
Result: ½–½
Event: Bermuda
Year: 1995
Opening: King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Positional Defense (E94)

About this chess game

This chess game between John Donaldson (2420) and Leonid Shamkovich (2390) was played at Bermuda in 1995 and finished ½–½. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Positional Defense (E94). 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 John Donaldson vs Leonid Shamkovich?

John Donaldson vs Leonid Shamkovich (1995) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in John Donaldson vs Leonid Shamkovich?

The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Positional Defense (ECO E94).

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