Ruslan Ponomariov vs Milan Zajic

Grand Prix Bucharest 2024, 2024 · Result 1–0 · Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Botvinnik System (E49).

Milan Zajic24360

Ruslan Ponomariov26461

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Game details

White: Ruslan Ponomariov (2646)
Black: Milan Zajic (2436)
Result: 1–0
Event: Grand Prix Bucharest 2024
Year: 2024
Opening: Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Botvinnik System (E49)

About this chess game

This chess game between Ruslan Ponomariov (2646) and Milan Zajic (2436) was played at Grand Prix Bucharest 2024 in 2024 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Botvinnik System (E49). 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 Milan Zajic?

Ruslan Ponomariov vs Milan Zajic (2024) finished 1–0, a win for Ruslan Ponomariov.

What opening was played in Ruslan Ponomariov vs Milan Zajic?

The game opened with the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Botvinnik System (ECO E49).

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