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This chess game between Maxim Litov (1975) and Viktor Ponomarenko (2234) was played in 2006 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Philidor Defense (C41).
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 Maxim Litov vs Viktor Ponomarenko?
Maxim Litov vs Viktor Ponomarenko (2006) finished 1-0, a win for Maxim Litov.
What opening was played in Maxim Litov vs Viktor Ponomarenko?
The game opened with the Philidor Defense (ECO C41).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Maxim Litov vs Viktor Ponomarenko, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.