Alexander Kovchan vs Valeriy Grinev
86. ch-UKR 2017, 2017 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B49).
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Game details
- White
- Alexander Kovchan (2592)
- Black
- Valeriy Grinev (2409)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- 86. ch-UKR 2017
- Year
- 2017
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B49)
About this chess game
This chess game between Alexander Kovchan (2592) and Valeriy Grinev (2409) was played at 86. ch-UKR 2017 in 2017 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B49). 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 Alexander Kovchan vs Valeriy Grinev?
Alexander Kovchan vs Valeriy Grinev (2017) finished 1–0, a win for Alexander Kovchan.
What opening was played in Alexander Kovchan vs Valeriy Grinev?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (ECO B49).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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