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This chess game between Sam Ivanov (2570) and Aleksei Lugovoi (2540) was played at St.Petersburg in 1998 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation (E32).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Sam Ivanov vs Aleksei Lugovoi?
Sam Ivanov vs Aleksei Lugovoi (1998) finished 1-0, a win for Sam Ivanov.
What opening was played in Sam Ivanov vs Aleksei Lugovoi?
The game opened with the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation (ECO E32).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Sam Ivanov vs Aleksei Lugovoi, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.