Ruslan Ponomariov vs Alexander Kovchan
87. ch-UKR 2018, 2018 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Opocensky Variation (B92).
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Game details
- White
- Ruslan Ponomariov (2663)
- Black
- Alexander Kovchan (2575)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- 87. ch-UKR 2018
- Year
- 2018
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Opocensky Variation (B92)
About this chess game
This chess game between Ruslan Ponomariov (2663) and Alexander Kovchan (2575) was played at 87. ch-UKR 2018 in 2018 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Opocensky Variation (B92). 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 Ruslan Ponomariov vs Alexander Kovchan?
Ruslan Ponomariov vs Alexander Kovchan (2018) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Ruslan Ponomariov vs Alexander Kovchan?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Opocensky Variation (ECO B92).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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