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This chess game between Alexey Ponikarovsky (2400) and S. Budko (2250) was played at Chigorin Memorial in 1998 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Center Game: Normal Variation (C22).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Alexey Ponikarovsky vs S. Budko?
Alexey Ponikarovsky vs S. Budko (1998) finished 1-0, a win for Alexey Ponikarovsky.
What opening was played in Alexey Ponikarovsky vs S. Budko?
The game opened with the Center Game: Normal Variation (ECO C22).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Alexey Ponikarovsky vs S. Budko, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.