Vladimir Valentinovich Popov vs Richard Ward

WS/M/390, 2012 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90).

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Vladimir Valentinovich Popov21951

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Game details

White: Vladimir Valentinovich Popov (2195)
Black: Richard Ward (2135)
Result: 1–0
Event: WS/M/390
Year: 2012
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90)

About this chess game

This chess game between Vladimir Valentinovich Popov (2195) and Richard Ward (2135) was played at WS/M/390 in 2012 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90). 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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Who won Vladimir Valentinovich Popov vs Richard Ward?

Vladimir Valentinovich Popov vs Richard Ward (2012) finished 1–0, a win for Vladimir Valentinovich Popov.

What opening was played in Vladimir Valentinovich Popov vs Richard Ward?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (ECO B90).

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