Vladislav Kovalev vs Sergei Zhigalko
European Rapid 2011, 2011 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90).
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Game details
- White
- Vladislav Kovalev (2446)
- Black
- Sergei Zhigalko (2651)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- European Rapid 2011
- Year
- 2011
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90)
About this chess game
This chess game between Vladislav Kovalev (2446) and Sergei Zhigalko (2651) was played at European Rapid 2011 in 2011 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90). 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 Sergei Zhigalko?
Vladislav Kovalev vs Sergei Zhigalko (2011) finished 1–0, a win for Vladislav Kovalev.
What opening was played in Vladislav Kovalev vs Sergei Zhigalko?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (ECO B90).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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