Igor Kovalenko vs Vladimir Malakhov

World Championship (rapid) 2015, 2015 · Result ½–½ · English Opening: Caro-Kann Defensive System (A11).

Vladimir Malakhov2694½

Igor Kovalenko2700½

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Game details

White: Igor Kovalenko (2700)
Black: Vladimir Malakhov (2694)
Result: ½–½
Event: World Championship (rapid) 2015
Year: 2015
Opening: English Opening: Caro-Kann Defensive System (A11)

About this chess game

This chess game between Igor Kovalenko (2700) and Vladimir Malakhov (2694) was played at World Championship (rapid) 2015 in 2015 and finished ½–½. The opening was the English Opening: Caro-Kann Defensive System (A11). 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

Who won Igor Kovalenko vs Vladimir Malakhov?

Igor Kovalenko vs Vladimir Malakhov (2015) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Igor Kovalenko vs Vladimir Malakhov?

The game opened with the English Opening: Caro-Kann Defensive System (ECO A11).

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