An Kovalev vs Nikita Maiorov

ch-BLR, 2005 · Result 0–1 · Ruy Lopez: Closed, Breyer (C95).

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An Kovalev25650

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Game details

White: An Kovalev (2565)
Black: Nikita Maiorov (1914)
Result: 0–1
Event: ch-BLR
Year: 2005
Opening: Ruy Lopez: Closed, Breyer (C95)

About this chess game

This chess game between An Kovalev (2565) and Nikita Maiorov (1914) was played at ch-BLR in 2005 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Breyer (C95). 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 An Kovalev vs Nikita Maiorov?

An Kovalev vs Nikita Maiorov (2005) finished 0–1, a win for Nikita Maiorov.

What opening was played in An Kovalev vs Nikita Maiorov?

The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Breyer (ECO C95).

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