Roman Popov vs Mikhail V. Zaitsev
RUS Cup Qualifier 3, 2004 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23).
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Game details
- White
- Roman Popov (1716)
- Black
- Mikhail V. Zaitsev (2400)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- RUS Cup Qualifier 3
- Year
- 2004
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23)
About this chess game
This chess game between Roman Popov (1716) and Mikhail V. Zaitsev (2400) was played at RUS Cup Qualifier 3 in 2004 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23). 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 Mikhail V. Zaitsev?
Roman Popov vs Mikhail V. Zaitsev (2004) finished 1–0, a win for Roman Popov.
What opening was played in Roman Popov vs Mikhail V. Zaitsev?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B23).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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