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This chess game between Nikolay Makushkin (1950) and Vitaliy Zaichuk (1957) was played in 2008 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Modern Defense (B06).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Nikolay Makushkin vs Vitaliy Zaichuk?
Nikolay Makushkin vs Vitaliy Zaichuk (2008) finished 0-1, a win for Vitaliy Zaichuk.
What opening was played in Nikolay Makushkin vs Vitaliy Zaichuk?
The game opened with the Modern Defense (ECO B06).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Nikolay Makushkin vs Vitaliy Zaichuk, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.