Alexey O. Zakharov vs Pavel Ponkratov

TCh-RUS Premier 2024, 2024 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47).

Pavel Ponkratov25911

Alexey O. Zakharov21840

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Game details

White: Alexey O. Zakharov (2184)
Black: Pavel Ponkratov (2591)
Result: 0–1
Event: TCh-RUS Premier 2024
Year: 2024
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47)

About this chess game

This chess game between Alexey O. Zakharov (2184) and Pavel Ponkratov (2591) was played at TCh-RUS Premier 2024 in 2024 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.

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Frequently asked questions

Who won Alexey O. Zakharov vs Pavel Ponkratov?

Alexey O. Zakharov vs Pavel Ponkratov (2024) finished 0–1, a win for Pavel Ponkratov.

What opening was played in Alexey O. Zakharov vs Pavel Ponkratov?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (ECO B47).

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