This chess game between Victor Kotsyuba (2114) and Timur Sabirov (2147) was played at 21. Ugra Governor's Cup in 2025 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Open Defense (E02).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Victor Kotsyuba vs Timur Sabirov?
Victor Kotsyuba vs Timur Sabirov (2025) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Victor Kotsyuba vs Timur Sabirov?
The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Open Defense (ECO E02).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Victor Kotsyuba vs Timur Sabirov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.