Yuri Kotkov vs Sotkin
Moscow, 1985 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45).
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Game details
- White
- Yuri Kotkov (1629)
- Black
- Sotkin
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- Moscow
- Year
- 1985
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45)
About this chess game
This chess game between Yuri Kotkov (1629) and Sotkin was played at Moscow in 1985 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45). 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 Yuri Kotkov vs Sotkin?
Yuri Kotkov vs Sotkin (1985) finished 1–0, a win for Yuri Kotkov.
What opening was played in Yuri Kotkov vs Sotkin?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (ECO B45).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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