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This chess game between Alexander Khalifman (2632) and Denis Kovaljov (2274) was played at XXI Paul Keres Memorial Preliminary in 2012 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Closed (E07).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Alexander Khalifman vs Denis Kovaljov?
Alexander Khalifman vs Denis Kovaljov (2012) finished 1-0, a win for Alexander Khalifman.
What opening was played in Alexander Khalifman vs Denis Kovaljov?
The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Closed (ECO E07).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Alexander Khalifman vs Denis Kovaljov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.