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This chess game between Oleg Zaikov (2385) and Denis Shmeliov (2315) was played at USCL 2009 in 2009 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Benoni Defense: Classical Variation (A70).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Oleg Zaikov vs Denis Shmeliov?
Oleg Zaikov vs Denis Shmeliov (2009) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Oleg Zaikov vs Denis Shmeliov?
The game opened with the Benoni Defense: Classical Variation (ECO A70).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Oleg Zaikov vs Denis Shmeliov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.