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This chess game between Denis Portnov (2298) and Valery Katuzian (2183) was played at Kharkov Kaissa Open in 2003 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Bird Opening (A02).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Denis Portnov vs Valery Katuzian?
Denis Portnov vs Valery Katuzian (2003) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Denis Portnov vs Valery Katuzian?
The game opened with the Bird Opening (ECO A02).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Denis Portnov vs Valery Katuzian, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.