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This chess game between Sofia Polgar (2469) and Mark E Taimanov (2439) was played at Amsterdam Klompendans in 2001 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Sofia Polgar vs Mark E Taimanov?
Sofia Polgar vs Mark E Taimanov (2001) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Sofia Polgar vs Mark E Taimanov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (ECO B47).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Sofia Polgar vs Mark E Taimanov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.