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This chess game between Piotr Kowalak (2209) and Vil Syrtlanov (2397) was played at MK Cafe Cup Open B in 1999 and finished 0-1. The opening was the French Defense: Exchange Variation (C01).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Piotr Kowalak vs Vil Syrtlanov?
Piotr Kowalak vs Vil Syrtlanov (1999) finished 0-1, a win for Vil Syrtlanov.
What opening was played in Piotr Kowalak vs Vil Syrtlanov?
The game opened with the French Defense: Exchange Variation (ECO C01).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Piotr Kowalak vs Vil Syrtlanov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.