Zahar Efimenko vs Alexander Khalifman

St Petersburg Rapid Cup 2012, 2012 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation (B70).

Alexander Khalifman2614½

Zahar Efimenko2696½

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Game details

White: Zahar Efimenko (2696)
Black: Alexander Khalifman (2614)
Result: ½–½
Event: St Petersburg Rapid Cup 2012
Year: 2012
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation (B70)

About this chess game

This chess game between Zahar Efimenko (2696) and Alexander Khalifman (2614) was played at St Petersburg Rapid Cup 2012 in 2012 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation (B70). 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 Zahar Efimenko vs Alexander Khalifman?

Zahar Efimenko vs Alexander Khalifman (2012) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Zahar Efimenko vs Alexander Khalifman?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation (ECO B70).

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