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This chess game between Valentyn Malakhov (1810) and Ilia Iljiushenok (2514) was played at 78. ch-RUS 2025 in 2025 and finished ½-½. The opening was the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Mecking Variation (A39).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Valentyn Malakhov vs Ilia Iljiushenok?
Valentyn Malakhov vs Ilia Iljiushenok (2025) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Valentyn Malakhov vs Ilia Iljiushenok?
The game opened with the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Mecking Variation (ECO A39).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Valentyn Malakhov vs Ilia Iljiushenok, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.