Nitesh Cherukuri vs Gergana Peycheva

2026 NY Marshall Winter Invitational | IM C, 2026 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: French Variation (B40).

Gergana Peycheva2182½

Nitesh Cherukuri2256½

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Game details

White: Nitesh Cherukuri (2256)
Black: Gergana Peycheva (2182)
Result: ½–½
Event: 2026 NY Marshall Winter Invitational | IM C
Year: 2026
Opening: Sicilian Defense: French Variation (B40)

About this chess game

This chess game between Nitesh Cherukuri (2256) and Gergana Peycheva (2182) was played at 2026 NY Marshall Winter Invitational | IM C in 2026 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: French Variation (B40). 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 Nitesh Cherukuri vs Gergana Peycheva?

Nitesh Cherukuri vs Gergana Peycheva (2026) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Nitesh Cherukuri vs Gergana Peycheva?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: French Variation (ECO B40).

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