This chess game between Nikolai Kovalenko (2172) and Igor Panchenko was played at Kharkov Kaissa Open in 2002 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Closed (E07).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Nikolai Kovalenko vs Igor Panchenko?
Nikolai Kovalenko vs Igor Panchenko (2002) finished 1-0, a win for Nikolai Kovalenko.
What opening was played in Nikolai Kovalenko vs Igor Panchenko?
The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Closed (ECO E07).
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 Igor Panchenko, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.