Vladimir Zakhartsov vs Alexander Kovchan

ZMDI Open 2017, 2017 · Result ½–½ · English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Duchamp Variation (A38).

Alexander Kovchan2587½

Vladimir Zakhartsov2430½

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Game details

White: Vladimir Zakhartsov (2430)
Black: Alexander Kovchan (2587)
Result: ½–½
Event: ZMDI Open 2017
Year: 2017
Opening: English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Duchamp Variation (A38)

About this chess game

This chess game between Vladimir Zakhartsov (2430) and Alexander Kovchan (2587) was played at ZMDI Open 2017 in 2017 and finished ½–½. The opening was the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Duchamp Variation (A38). 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 Vladimir Zakhartsov vs Alexander Kovchan?

Vladimir Zakhartsov vs Alexander Kovchan (2017) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Vladimir Zakhartsov vs Alexander Kovchan?

The game opened with the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Duchamp Variation (ECO A38).

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