Valerij Popov vs Ivan Akimov
Chigorin Memorial, 2005 · Result 1–0 · Slav Defense: Three Knights Variation (D15).
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Game details
- White
- Valerij Popov (2588)
- Black
- Ivan Akimov (2434)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- Chigorin Memorial
- Year
- 2005
- Opening
- Slav Defense: Three Knights Variation (D15)
About this chess game
This chess game between Valerij Popov (2588) and Ivan Akimov (2434) was played at Chigorin Memorial in 2005 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Slav Defense: Three Knights Variation (D15). 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 Valerij Popov vs Ivan Akimov?
Valerij Popov vs Ivan Akimov (2005) finished 1–0, a win for Valerij Popov.
What opening was played in Valerij Popov vs Ivan Akimov?
The game opened with the Slav Defense: Three Knights Variation (ECO D15).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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