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This chess game between Paudyal Harikrishna (1461) and Ruslan Ponomariov (2633) was played at TCh-CZE Extraliga 2025-26 in 2026 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense (C65).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Paudyal Harikrishna vs Ruslan Ponomariov?
Paudyal Harikrishna vs Ruslan Ponomariov (2026) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Paudyal Harikrishna vs Ruslan Ponomariov?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense (ECO C65).
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