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This chess game between Aleksander Kotov (1569) and Nikolai Novotelnov was played at Moskou ch-URS in 1951 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Noa Variation (E34).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Aleksander Kotov vs Nikolai Novotelnov?
Aleksander Kotov vs Nikolai Novotelnov (1951) finished 1-0, a win for Aleksander Kotov.
What opening was played in Aleksander Kotov vs Nikolai Novotelnov?
The game opened with the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Noa Variation (ECO E34).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Aleksander Kotov vs Nikolai Novotelnov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.