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This chess game between Catalin Ionescu (1570) and Erkki Lokotar (2330) was played at Vosu in 1989 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Leningrad Variation, Benoni Defense (E31).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Catalin Ionescu vs Erkki Lokotar?
Catalin Ionescu vs Erkki Lokotar (1989) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Catalin Ionescu vs Erkki Lokotar?
The game opened with the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Leningrad Variation, Benoni Defense (ECO E31).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Catalin Ionescu vs Erkki Lokotar, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.