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This chess game between Igor Zhdanov and Janis Klovans was played at USSR in 1971 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Exchange Variation, Normal Variation (C69).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Igor Zhdanov vs Janis Klovans?
Igor Zhdanov vs Janis Klovans (1971) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Igor Zhdanov vs Janis Klovans?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Exchange Variation, Normal Variation (ECO C69).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Igor Zhdanov vs Janis Klovans, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.