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This chess game between Valentyn Malakhov (1810) and Vladimir Sherbakov (2425) was played at 9. RUS Team Ch in 2002 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation (B31).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Valentyn Malakhov vs Vladimir Sherbakov?
Valentyn Malakhov vs Vladimir Sherbakov (2002) finished 1-0, a win for Valentyn Malakhov.
What opening was played in Valentyn Malakhov vs Vladimir Sherbakov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation (ECO B31).
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 Vladimir Sherbakov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.