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This chess game between Alexander Minakov and Ilya Makarov (1137) was played at Corr ch-SU in 1993 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Classical Variation (B56).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Alexander Minakov vs Ilya Makarov?
Alexander Minakov vs Ilya Makarov (1993) finished 1-0, a win for Alexander Minakov.
What opening was played in Alexander Minakov vs Ilya Makarov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Classical Variation (ECO B56).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Alexander Minakov vs Ilya Makarov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.