Toms Kantans vs Kaido Kulaots

Baltic Zonal Liepaja 2017, 2017 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (B97).

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Toms Kantans24900

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Game details

White: Toms Kantans (2490)
Black: Kaido Kulaots (2597)
Result: 0–1
Event: Baltic Zonal Liepaja 2017
Year: 2017
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (B97)

About this chess game

This chess game between Toms Kantans (2490) and Kaido Kulaots (2597) was played at Baltic Zonal Liepaja 2017 in 2017 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (B97). 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 Toms Kantans vs Kaido Kulaots?

Toms Kantans vs Kaido Kulaots (2017) finished 0–1, a win for Kaido Kulaots.

What opening was played in Toms Kantans vs Kaido Kulaots?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (ECO B97).

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