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This chess game between Aleksey Kovalchuk (1519) and Lev Sakharov (2148) was played in 2009 and finished ½-½. The opening was the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation (A30).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Aleksey Kovalchuk vs Lev Sakharov?
Aleksey Kovalchuk vs Lev Sakharov (2009) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Aleksey Kovalchuk vs Lev Sakharov?
The game opened with the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation (ECO A30).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Aleksey Kovalchuk vs Lev Sakharov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.