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This chess game between Alexey Y. Rakov (2074) and Nikita Popov (2006) was played in 2010 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Center Game: Normal Variation (C22).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Alexey Y. Rakov vs Nikita Popov?
Alexey Y. Rakov vs Nikita Popov (2010) finished 0-1, a win for Nikita Popov.
What opening was played in Alexey Y. Rakov vs Nikita Popov?
The game opened with the Center Game: Normal Variation (ECO C22).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Alexey Y. Rakov vs Nikita Popov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.