Robert Gwaze vs Ruslan Ponomariov

FIDE World Cup 2011, 2011 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Keres Attack (B81).

Ruslan Ponomariov2764½

Robert Gwaze2428½

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Game details

White: Robert Gwaze (2428)
Black: Ruslan Ponomariov (2764)
Result: ½–½
Event: FIDE World Cup 2011
Year: 2011
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Keres Attack (B81)

About this chess game

This chess game between Robert Gwaze (2428) and Ruslan Ponomariov (2764) was played at FIDE World Cup 2011 in 2011 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Keres Attack (B81). 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 Robert Gwaze vs Ruslan Ponomariov?

Robert Gwaze vs Ruslan Ponomariov (2011) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Robert Gwaze vs Ruslan Ponomariov?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Keres Attack (ECO B81).

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