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This chess game between Vladimir Petko (1832) and Niall P. Whelan (1649) was played at ECC in 2002 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Scandinavian Defense (B01).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Vladimir Petko vs Niall P. Whelan?
Vladimir Petko vs Niall P. Whelan (2002) finished 1-0, a win for Vladimir Petko.
What opening was played in Vladimir Petko vs Niall P. Whelan?
The game opened with the Scandinavian Defense (ECO B01).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Vladimir Petko vs Niall P. Whelan, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.