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This chess game between Vitaly Kovalchuk and Taras Polishchuk was played at Sakharov Memorial Open in 2002 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Pirc Defense: Classical Variation (B08).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Vitaly Kovalchuk vs Taras Polishchuk?
Vitaly Kovalchuk vs Taras Polishchuk (2002) finished 0-1, a win for Taras Polishchuk.
What opening was played in Vitaly Kovalchuk vs Taras Polishchuk?
The game opened with the Pirc Defense: Classical Variation (ECO B08).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Vitaly Kovalchuk vs Taras Polishchuk, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.