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This chess game between Valentin Krotkiy (1930) and Nikolay Akimov was played in 2014 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Italian Game: Two Knights Defense, Polerio Defense (C58).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Valentin Krotkiy vs Nikolay Akimov?
Valentin Krotkiy vs Nikolay Akimov (2014) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Valentin Krotkiy vs Nikolay Akimov?
The game opened with the Italian Game: Two Knights Defense, Polerio Defense (ECO C58).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Valentin Krotkiy vs Nikolay Akimov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.