Efim Geller vs Gennadi Sosonko

La Valetta MLT, 1980 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Richter-Rauzer Variation, Classical Variation (B64).

Gennadi Sosonko2545½

Efim Geller2565½

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Game details

White: Efim Geller (2565)
Black: Gennadi Sosonko (2545)
Result: ½–½
Event: La Valetta MLT
Year: 1980
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Richter-Rauzer Variation, Classical Variation (B64)

About this chess game

This chess game between Efim Geller (2565) and Gennadi Sosonko (2545) was played at La Valetta MLT in 1980 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Richter-Rauzer Variation, Classical Variation (B64). 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 Efim Geller vs Gennadi Sosonko?

Efim Geller vs Gennadi Sosonko (1980) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Efim Geller vs Gennadi Sosonko?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Richter-Rauzer Variation, Classical Variation (ECO B64).

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