Alexei Shirov vs Valerij Popov
Vladimir Petrov Mem 2016, 2016 · Result ½–½ · Caro-Kann Defense (B12).
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Game details
- White
- Alexei Shirov (2685)
- Black
- Valerij Popov (2528)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Vladimir Petrov Mem 2016
- Year
- 2016
- Opening
- Caro-Kann Defense (B12)
About this chess game
This chess game between Alexei Shirov (2685) and Valerij Popov (2528) was played at Vladimir Petrov Mem 2016 in 2016 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Caro-Kann Defense (B12). 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 Alexei Shirov vs Valerij Popov?
Alexei Shirov vs Valerij Popov (2016) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Alexei Shirov vs Valerij Popov?
The game opened with the Caro-Kann Defense (ECO B12).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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