Michael Pearson vs Oleg Zaikov
2005 · Result ½–½ · Benko Gambit (A57).
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Game details
- White
- Michael Pearson (2173)
- Black
- Oleg Zaikov (2369)
- Result
- ½–½
- Year
- 2005
- Opening
- Benko Gambit (A57)
About this chess game
This chess game between Michael Pearson (2173) and Oleg Zaikov (2369) was played in 2005 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Benko Gambit (A57). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Michael Pearson vs Oleg Zaikov?
Michael Pearson vs Oleg Zaikov (2005) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Michael Pearson vs Oleg Zaikov?
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 Michael Pearson vs Oleg Zaikov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.