Natalija Popova vs Ruth Sheldon
Olympiad women, 2002 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation (B44).
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Game details
- White
- Natalija Popova (2247)
- Black
- Ruth Sheldon (2288)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- Olympiad women
- Year
- 2002
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation (B44)
About this chess game
This chess game between Natalija Popova (2247) and Ruth Sheldon (2288) was played at Olympiad women in 2002 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation (B44). 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 Natalija Popova vs Ruth Sheldon?
Natalija Popova vs Ruth Sheldon (2002) finished 1–0, a win for Natalija Popova.
What opening was played in Natalija Popova vs Ruth Sheldon?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation (ECO B44).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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