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This chess game between John Vivante-Sowter (2360) and Alexander Podymov (2300) was played at Corr MN/053 in 1997 and finished ½-½. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Normal Variation (E70).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won John Vivante-Sowter vs Alexander Podymov?
John Vivante-Sowter vs Alexander Podymov (1997) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in John Vivante-Sowter vs Alexander Podymov?
The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Normal Variation (ECO E70).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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