Alireza Firouzja vs Ramazan Zhalmakhanov

FIDE Grand Swiss 2023, 2023 · Result ½–½ · Catalan Opening: Open Defense, Classical Line (E05).

Ramazan Zhalmakhanov2447½

Alireza Firouzja2777½

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Game details

White: Alireza Firouzja (2777)
Black: Ramazan Zhalmakhanov (2447)
Result: ½–½
Event: FIDE Grand Swiss 2023
Year: 2023
Opening: Catalan Opening: Open Defense, Classical Line (E05)

About this chess game

This chess game between Alireza Firouzja (2777) and Ramazan Zhalmakhanov (2447) was played at FIDE Grand Swiss 2023 in 2023 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Open Defense, Classical Line (E05). 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 Ramazan Zhalmakhanov?

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

What opening was played in Alireza Firouzja vs Ramazan Zhalmakhanov?

The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Open Defense, Classical Line (ECO E05).

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