Janis Klovans vs Stepan Zilka

DOBA as GM CUP, 2008 · Result 0–1 · Ruy Lopez: Closed (C92).

Stepan Zilka24631

Janis Klovans24280

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Game details

White: Janis Klovans (2428)
Black: Stepan Zilka (2463)
Result: 0–1
Event: DOBA as GM CUP
Year: 2008
Opening: Ruy Lopez: Closed (C92)

About this chess game

This chess game between Janis Klovans (2428) and Stepan Zilka (2463) was played at DOBA as GM CUP in 2008 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed (C92). 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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Who won Janis Klovans vs Stepan Zilka?

Janis Klovans vs Stepan Zilka (2008) finished 0–1, a win for Stepan Zilka.

What opening was played in Janis Klovans vs Stepan Zilka?

The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed (ECO C92).

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