Ruslan Ponomariov vs Vasil Spasov

TCh-ROU Superliga, 2010 · Result 1–0 · King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Normal Defense (E81).

Vasil Spasov26210

Ruslan Ponomariov27491

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Game details

White: Ruslan Ponomariov (2749)
Black: Vasil Spasov (2621)
Result: 1–0
Event: TCh-ROU Superliga
Year: 2010
Opening: King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Normal Defense (E81)

About this chess game

This chess game between Ruslan Ponomariov (2749) and Vasil Spasov (2621) was played at TCh-ROU Superliga in 2010 and finished 1–0. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Normal Defense (E81). 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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Who won Ruslan Ponomariov vs Vasil Spasov?

Ruslan Ponomariov vs Vasil Spasov (2010) finished 1–0, a win for Ruslan Ponomariov.

What opening was played in Ruslan Ponomariov vs Vasil Spasov?

The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Normal Defense (ECO E81).

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