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This chess game between Aleksandr Kovalev (2068) and Aleksandr Gusev (1574) was played at Novosibirsk in 1986 and finished 0-1. The opening was the French Defense: Classical Variation (C11).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Aleksandr Kovalev vs Aleksandr Gusev?
Aleksandr Kovalev vs Aleksandr Gusev (1986) finished 0-1, a win for Aleksandr Gusev.
What opening was played in Aleksandr Kovalev vs Aleksandr Gusev?
The game opened with the French Defense: Classical Variation (ECO C11).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Aleksandr Kovalev vs Aleksandr Gusev, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.