Alexander Kovchan vs Matthias Thesing

48. Groningen Open A, 2011 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Knight Variation (B43).

Matthias Thesing24090

Alexander Kovchan25731

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Game details

White: Alexander Kovchan (2573)
Black: Matthias Thesing (2409)
Result: 1–0
Event: 48. Groningen Open A
Year: 2011
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Knight Variation (B43)

About this chess game

This chess game between Alexander Kovchan (2573) and Matthias Thesing (2409) was played at 48. Groningen Open A in 2011 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Knight Variation (B43). 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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Who won Alexander Kovchan vs Matthias Thesing?

Alexander Kovchan vs Matthias Thesing (2011) finished 1–0, a win for Alexander Kovchan.

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The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Knight Variation (ECO B43).

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