Ruslan Ponomariov vs Eltaj Safarli
40. Olympiad Open, 2012 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Zagreb Variation (B91).
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Game details
- White
- Ruslan Ponomariov (2732)
- Black
- Eltaj Safarli (2626)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- 40. Olympiad Open
- Year
- 2012
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Zagreb Variation (B91)
About this chess game
This chess game between Ruslan Ponomariov (2732) and Eltaj Safarli (2626) was played at 40. Olympiad Open in 2012 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Zagreb Variation (B91). 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 Eltaj Safarli?
Ruslan Ponomariov vs Eltaj Safarli (2012) finished 1–0, a win for Ruslan Ponomariov.
What opening was played in Ruslan Ponomariov vs Eltaj Safarli?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Zagreb Variation (ECO B91).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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