Vladislav Kovalev vs Ian Nepomniachtchi
19. Karpov Poikovsky, 2018 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation (B51).
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Game details
- White
- Vladislav Kovalev (2650)
- Black
- Ian Nepomniachtchi (2751)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- 19. Karpov Poikovsky
- Year
- 2018
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation (B51)
About this chess game
This chess game between Vladislav Kovalev (2650) and Ian Nepomniachtchi (2751) was played at 19. Karpov Poikovsky in 2018 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation (B51). 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 Vladislav Kovalev vs Ian Nepomniachtchi?
Vladislav Kovalev vs Ian Nepomniachtchi (2018) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Vladislav Kovalev vs Ian Nepomniachtchi?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation (ECO B51).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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