Etienne Bacrot vs Sergei Movsesian

World Blitz 2017, 2017 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45).

Sergei Movsesian26470

Etienne Bacrot27251

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Game details

White: Etienne Bacrot (2725)
Black: Sergei Movsesian (2647)
Result: 1–0
Event: World Blitz 2017
Year: 2017
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45)

About this chess game

This chess game between Etienne Bacrot (2725) and Sergei Movsesian (2647) was played at World Blitz 2017 in 2017 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45). 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 Etienne Bacrot vs Sergei Movsesian?

Etienne Bacrot vs Sergei Movsesian (2017) finished 1–0, a win for Etienne Bacrot.

What opening was played in Etienne Bacrot vs Sergei Movsesian?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (ECO B45).

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