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This chess game between Denis Kovalev (2504) and Aleksander Krainski (2203) was played at European Rapid 2017 in 2017 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Closed (E06).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Denis Kovalev vs Aleksander Krainski?
Denis Kovalev vs Aleksander Krainski (2017) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Denis Kovalev vs Aleksander Krainski?
The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Closed (ECO E06).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Denis Kovalev vs Aleksander Krainski, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.