Sergey Drygalov vs Mikhail Popov

2016 · Result ½–½ · English Opening: King's English Variation, Closed System, Full Symmetry (A26).

Mikhail Popov2350½

Sergey Drygalov2409½

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Game details

White: Sergey Drygalov (2409)
Black: Mikhail Popov (2350)
Result: ½–½
Year: 2016
Opening: English Opening: King's English Variation, Closed System, Full Symmetry (A26)

About this chess game

This chess game between Sergey Drygalov (2409) and Mikhail Popov (2350) was played in 2016 and finished ½–½. The opening was the English Opening: King's English Variation, Closed System, Full Symmetry (A26). 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 Sergey Drygalov vs Mikhail Popov?

Sergey Drygalov vs Mikhail Popov (2016) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Sergey Drygalov vs Mikhail Popov?

The game opened with the English Opening: King's English Variation, Closed System, Full Symmetry (ECO A26).

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