Ilian Popov vs Mitko Vatkovski
2009 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Classical Variation, Zollner Gambit (B73).
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Game details
- White
- Ilian Popov (2233)
- Black
- Mitko Vatkovski (1960)
- Result
- ½–½
- Year
- 2009
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Classical Variation, Zollner Gambit (B73)
About this chess game
This chess game between Ilian Popov (2233) and Mitko Vatkovski (1960) was played in 2009 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Classical Variation, Zollner Gambit (B73). 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 Ilian Popov vs Mitko Vatkovski?
Ilian Popov vs Mitko Vatkovski (2009) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Ilian Popov vs Mitko Vatkovski?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Classical Variation, Zollner Gambit (ECO B73).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Ilian Popov vs Mitko Vatkovski, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.