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This chess game between Vladimir Valentinovich Popov (2039) and Boris Zhak (1773) was played at RUS/CC-2 (RUS) in 2020 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Open (B33).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Vladimir Valentinovich Popov vs Boris Zhak?
Vladimir Valentinovich Popov vs Boris Zhak (2020) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Vladimir Valentinovich Popov vs Boris Zhak?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Open (ECO B33).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Vladimir Valentinovich Popov vs Boris Zhak, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.