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This chess game between Valery Subbotin (1972) and Sergei Popov (1895) was played in 2012 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Three Knights Variation (D37).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Valery Subbotin vs Sergei Popov?
Valery Subbotin vs Sergei Popov (2012) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Valery Subbotin vs Sergei Popov?
The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Three Knights Variation (ECO D37).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Valery Subbotin vs Sergei Popov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.