Alexander Goldin vs Igor Novikov
GM Alexander Goldin (2514) · GM Igor Novikov (2466)
Alexander Goldin and Igor Novikov have played 10 recorded games against each other, the first in Jun 1982 and the most recent in Jul 2026. Goldin leads 2 wins to 0, with 8 draws (20% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Indian Defense (2 games). The average game between them lasted 34 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Goldin | Draws | Novikov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goldin with White | 6 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| Novikov with White | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Goldin | Draws | Novikov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classical | 8 | 2 | 6 | 0 |
| Blitz | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| unknown | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Goldin | Draws | Novikov |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D58 | Indian Defense | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| E12 | Queen's Indian Defense | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| D43 | Slav Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| D44 | Slav Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| D30 | Queen's Pawn Game | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| E10 | Catalan | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| D55 | Indian Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| D36 | Indian Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | Goldin,A | Novikov,I | 1/2-1/2 | Indian Defense | ch-USA Seniors 2026 |
| Jul 2025 | Igor Novikov | A Goldin | 1/2-1/2 | Catalan | ch-USA Seniors |
| Oct 2020 | Alexander Goldin | Igor Novikov | 1/2-1/2 | Queen's Pawn Game | USA-ch Seniors 50 |
| Jul 2019 | Igor Novikov | Alexander Goldin | 0-1 | Indian Defense | USA-ch Seniors 50 |
| Aug 2003 | Igor Novikov | Alexander Goldin | 1/2-1/2 | Indian Defense | 2nd American Continental |
| Jul 2003 | Igor Novikov | Alexander Goldin | 1/2-1/2 | Indian Defense | 31st World Open |
| May 2000 | Alexander Goldin | Igor Novikov | 1-0 | Slav Defense | New York Open |
| Jan 1987 | Alexander Goldin | Igor Novikov | 1/2-1/2 | Slav Defense | ch-URS U26 |
| Jan 1986 | Alexander Goldin | Igor Novikov | 1/2-1/2 | Queen's Indian Defense | Agzamov Memorial |
| Jun 1982 | Alexander Goldin | Igor Novikov | 1/2-1/2 | Queen's Indian Defense | chT-URS Cup 12th |
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What is the head-to-head score between Alexander Goldin and Igor Novikov?
In 10 recorded games, Alexander Goldin has 2 wins, Igor Novikov has 0 wins, and they have drawn 8 times.
How many times have Alexander Goldin and Igor Novikov played each other?
Our database records 10 games between them, from Jun 1982 to Jul 2026.
What openings do Alexander Goldin and Igor Novikov play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Indian Defense (2 games), followed by the Queen's Indian Defense (2). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.