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This chess game between Velislav Kukov (2350) and Stojan Nikolov was played in 2009 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Grünfeld Defense: Three Knights Variation (D90).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Velislav Kukov vs Stojan Nikolov?
Velislav Kukov vs Stojan Nikolov (2009) finished 1-0, a win for Velislav Kukov.
What opening was played in Velislav Kukov vs Stojan Nikolov?
The game opened with the Grünfeld Defense: Three Knights Variation (ECO D90).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Velislav Kukov vs Stojan Nikolov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.