Sonja Pionova vs Ilia Balinov
4. Kesarovski - Georgiev Memorial, 2005 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation (B46).
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Game details
- White
- Sonja Pionova (2084)
- Black
- Ilia Balinov (2388)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- 4. Kesarovski - Georgiev Memorial
- Year
- 2005
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation (B46)
About this chess game
This chess game between Sonja Pionova (2084) and Ilia Balinov (2388) was played at 4. Kesarovski - Georgiev Memorial in 2005 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation (B46). 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 Sonja Pionova vs Ilia Balinov?
Sonja Pionova vs Ilia Balinov (2005) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Sonja Pionova vs Ilia Balinov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation (ECO B46).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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