Viktor Korchnoi vs Jose Maria Machado Costa
Simul, 40b, 1978 · Result ½–½ · King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Aronin-Taimanov Defense (E97).
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Game details
- White
- Viktor Korchnoi (2665)
- Black
- Jose Maria Machado Costa (1439)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Simul, 40b
- Year
- 1978
- Opening
- King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Aronin-Taimanov Defense (E97)
About this chess game
This chess game between Viktor Korchnoi (2665) and Jose Maria Machado Costa (1439) was played at Simul, 40b in 1978 and finished ½–½. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Aronin-Taimanov Defense (E97). 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 Viktor Korchnoi vs Jose Maria Machado Costa?
Viktor Korchnoi vs Jose Maria Machado Costa (1978) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Viktor Korchnoi vs Jose Maria Machado Costa?
The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Aronin-Taimanov Defense (ECO E97).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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