Sergei Kovtun vs Z. Popova
Voroshilovgrad Open, 1989 · Result ½–½ · King's Pawn Game: Maróczy Defense (B07).
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Game details
- White
- Sergei Kovtun (2315)
- Black
- Z. Popova (2325)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Voroshilovgrad Open
- Year
- 1989
- Opening
- King's Pawn Game: Maróczy Defense (B07)
About this chess game
This chess game between Sergei Kovtun (2315) and Z. Popova (2325) was played at Voroshilovgrad Open in 1989 and finished ½–½. The opening was the King's Pawn Game: Maróczy Defense (B07). 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 Sergei Kovtun vs Z. Popova?
Sergei Kovtun vs Z. Popova (1989) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Sergei Kovtun vs Z. Popova?
The game opened with the King's Pawn Game: Maróczy Defense (ECO B07).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Sergei Kovtun vs Z. Popova, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.