Valerij Popov vs Semyon Lomasov

TCh-RUS Premier 2018, 2018 · Result 0–1 · English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Mecking Variation (A39).

Semyon Lomasov25591

Valerij Popov25280

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Game details

White: Valerij Popov (2528)
Black: Semyon Lomasov (2559)
Result: 0–1
Event: TCh-RUS Premier 2018
Year: 2018
Opening: English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Mecking Variation (A39)

About this chess game

This chess game between Valerij Popov (2528) and Semyon Lomasov (2559) was played at TCh-RUS Premier 2018 in 2018 and finished 0–1. The opening was the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Mecking Variation (A39). 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 Semyon Lomasov?

Valerij Popov vs Semyon Lomasov (2018) finished 0–1, a win for Semyon Lomasov.

What opening was played in Valerij Popov vs Semyon Lomasov?

The game opened with the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Mecking Variation (ECO A39).

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