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This chess game between Nikolai Kovalenko (2183) and Sergei Ljukin (2386) was played at Kharkov Kaissa Open in 2003 and finished 1-0. The opening was the King's Indian Attack: Sicilian Variation (A08).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Nikolai Kovalenko vs Sergei Ljukin?
Nikolai Kovalenko vs Sergei Ljukin (2003) finished 1-0, a win for Nikolai Kovalenko.
What opening was played in Nikolai Kovalenko vs Sergei Ljukin?
The game opened with the King's Indian Attack: Sicilian Variation (ECO A08).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Nikolai Kovalenko vs Sergei Ljukin, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.