Vladimir Kovalchuk vs Valeriy Grinev

Ch Ukraine (club), 2007 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42).

Valeriy Grinev22321

Vladimir Kovalchuk21260

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Game details

White: Vladimir Kovalchuk (2126)
Black: Valeriy Grinev (2232)
Result: 0–1
Event: Ch Ukraine (club)
Year: 2007
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42)

About this chess game

This chess game between Vladimir Kovalchuk (2126) and Valeriy Grinev (2232) was played at Ch Ukraine (club) in 2007 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42). 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

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Vladimir Kovalchuk vs Valeriy Grinev (2007) finished 0–1, a win for Valeriy Grinev.

What opening was played in Vladimir Kovalchuk vs Valeriy Grinev?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (ECO B42).

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