Alireza Firouzja vs Alexey Sarana

FIDE Grand Swiss 2023, 2023 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Modern Variation (B83).

Alexey Sarana2669½

Alireza Firouzja2777½

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Game details

White: Alireza Firouzja (2777)
Black: Alexey Sarana (2669)
Result: ½–½
Event: FIDE Grand Swiss 2023
Year: 2023
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Modern Variation (B83)

About this chess game

This chess game between Alireza Firouzja (2777) and Alexey Sarana (2669) was played at FIDE Grand Swiss 2023 in 2023 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Modern Variation (B83). 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 Alireza Firouzja vs Alexey Sarana?

Alireza Firouzja vs Alexey Sarana (2023) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Alireza Firouzja vs Alexey Sarana?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Modern Variation (ECO B83).

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