Valerij Popov vs Igor Malakhov
St.Petersburg Rapid 2015, 2015 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Maróczy Bind (B36).
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Game details
- White
- Valerij Popov (2555)
- Black
- Igor Malakhov (2440)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- St.Petersburg Rapid 2015
- Year
- 2015
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Maróczy Bind (B36)
About this chess game
This chess game between Valerij Popov (2555) and Igor Malakhov (2440) was played at St.Petersburg Rapid 2015 in 2015 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Maróczy Bind (B36). 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 Igor Malakhov?
Valerij Popov vs Igor Malakhov (2015) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Valerij Popov vs Igor Malakhov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Maróczy Bind (ECO B36).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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