Aleksandar Aleksandrov vs Sergei Zhigalko

83. ch-BLR 2017, 2017 · Result 0–1 · Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation (E32).

Sergei Zhigalko26621

Aleksandar Aleksandrov15160

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Game details

White: Aleksandar Aleksandrov (1516)
Black: Sergei Zhigalko (2662)
Result: 0–1
Event: 83. ch-BLR 2017
Year: 2017
Opening: Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation (E32)

About this chess game

This chess game between Aleksandar Aleksandrov (1516) and Sergei Zhigalko (2662) was played at 83. ch-BLR 2017 in 2017 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation (E32). 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 Aleksandar Aleksandrov vs Sergei Zhigalko?

Aleksandar Aleksandrov vs Sergei Zhigalko (2017) finished 0–1, a win for Sergei Zhigalko.

What opening was played in Aleksandar Aleksandrov vs Sergei Zhigalko?

The game opened with the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation (ECO E32).

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