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This chess game between Leonid Zaid (2355) and Iulian Ionescu (1519) was played at Sofia in 1988 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Benoni Defense: Old Benoni (A43).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Leonid Zaid vs Iulian Ionescu?
Leonid Zaid vs Iulian Ionescu (1988) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Leonid Zaid vs Iulian Ionescu?
The game opened with the Benoni Defense: Old Benoni (ECO A43).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Leonid Zaid vs Iulian Ionescu, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.