Rafal Kowalczyk vs Alexander Zakharchenko

Czech Chess Christmas 2011, 2012 · Result ½–½ · French Defense: Advance Variation (C02).

Alexander Zakharchenko2233½

Rafal Kowalczyk2151½

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Game details

White: Rafal Kowalczyk (2151)
Black: Alexander Zakharchenko (2233)
Result: ½–½
Event: Czech Chess Christmas 2011
Year: 2012
Opening: French Defense: Advance Variation (C02)

About this chess game

This chess game between Rafal Kowalczyk (2151) and Alexander Zakharchenko (2233) was played at Czech Chess Christmas 2011 in 2012 and finished ½–½. The opening was the French Defense: Advance Variation (C02). 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 Rafal Kowalczyk vs Alexander Zakharchenko?

Rafal Kowalczyk vs Alexander Zakharchenko (2012) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Rafal Kowalczyk vs Alexander Zakharchenko?

The game opened with the French Defense: Advance Variation (ECO C02).

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