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This chess game between Nikola Velikov (1169) and Ilko St. Ivanov (1327) was played at 1. Ruse Cup 2017 in 2017 and finished 0-1. The opening was the King's Knight Opening: Normal Variation (C44).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Nikola Velikov vs Ilko St. Ivanov?
Nikola Velikov vs Ilko St. Ivanov (2017) finished 0-1, a win for Ilko St. Ivanov.
What opening was played in Nikola Velikov vs Ilko St. Ivanov?
The game opened with the King's Knight Opening: Normal Variation (ECO C44).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Nikola Velikov vs Ilko St. Ivanov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.