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This chess game between Nikolai Efanov (2399) and Igor Kovalenko (2680) was played at European Blitz 2015 in 2015 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense, Rio Gambit Accepted (C67).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Nikolai Efanov vs Igor Kovalenko?
Nikolai Efanov vs Igor Kovalenko (2015) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Nikolai Efanov vs Igor Kovalenko?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense, Rio Gambit Accepted (ECO C67).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Nikolai Efanov vs Igor Kovalenko, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.