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This chess game between Valerij Popov (2555) and Alexey Bykov (1972) was played at Albena Open 2015 in 2015 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Semi-Slav Defense: Meran Variation, Lundin Variation (D47).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Valerij Popov vs Alexey Bykov?
Valerij Popov vs Alexey Bykov (2015) finished 1-0, a win for Valerij Popov.
What opening was played in Valerij Popov vs Alexey Bykov?
The game opened with the Semi-Slav Defense: Meran Variation, Lundin Variation (ECO D47).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Valerij Popov vs Alexey Bykov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.