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This chess game between Ken Kowal (1714) and Mike Shpan (1586) was played at Winnipeg Open in 1991 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Benoni Defense: Old Benoni (A43).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Ken Kowal vs Mike Shpan?
Ken Kowal vs Mike Shpan (1991) finished 1-0, a win for Ken Kowal.
What opening was played in Ken Kowal vs Mike Shpan?
The game opened with the Benoni Defense: Old Benoni (ECO A43).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Ken Kowal vs Mike Shpan, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.