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This chess game between Semen Nikolaev (2450) and Leonid Golovin (2360) was played at URS Ch, semi final in 1991 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Benko Gambit (A57).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Semen Nikolaev vs Leonid Golovin?
Semen Nikolaev vs Leonid Golovin (1991) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Semen Nikolaev vs Leonid Golovin?
The game opened with the Benko Gambit (ECO A57).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Semen Nikolaev vs Leonid Golovin, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.