Roman Popov vs Hanif Khusainov

Maestro Open, 2008 · Result 1–0 · English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (A25).

Hanif Khusainov21510

Roman Popov17161

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Game details

White: Roman Popov (1716)
Black: Hanif Khusainov (2151)
Result: 1–0
Event: Maestro Open
Year: 2008
Opening: English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (A25)

About this chess game

This chess game between Roman Popov (1716) and Hanif Khusainov (2151) was played at Maestro Open in 2008 and finished 1–0. The opening was the English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (A25). 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 Roman Popov vs Hanif Khusainov?

Roman Popov vs Hanif Khusainov (2008) finished 1–0, a win for Roman Popov.

What opening was played in Roman Popov vs Hanif Khusainov?

The game opened with the English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (ECO A25).

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