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This chess game between Andrei Kovalev (1604) and Tran Gia Phuc Pham (2449) was played at SixDays Budapest February 2026 - GM B in 2026 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Nimzowitsch Variation (B29).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Andrei Kovalev vs Tran Gia Phuc Pham?
Andrei Kovalev vs Tran Gia Phuc Pham (2026) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Andrei Kovalev vs Tran Gia Phuc Pham?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Nimzowitsch Variation (ECO B29).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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