Zhong Zhang vs Ruslan Ponomariov
Qatar Masters Open 2015, 2015 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B94).
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Game details
- White
- Zhong Zhang (2619)
- Black
- Ruslan Ponomariov (2710)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Qatar Masters Open 2015
- Year
- 2015
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B94)
About this chess game
This chess game between Zhong Zhang (2619) and Ruslan Ponomariov (2710) was played at Qatar Masters Open 2015 in 2015 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B94). 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 Zhong Zhang vs Ruslan Ponomariov?
Zhong Zhang vs Ruslan Ponomariov (2015) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Zhong Zhang vs Ruslan Ponomariov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (ECO B94).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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