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This chess game between Mergen Kakabayev (2229) and Riyad Makhmudov (2098) was played at Russian Chess Crown A in 2026 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Classical Variation (B56).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Mergen Kakabayev vs Riyad Makhmudov?
Mergen Kakabayev vs Riyad Makhmudov (2026) finished 1-0, a win for Mergen Kakabayev.
What opening was played in Mergen Kakabayev vs Riyad Makhmudov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Classical Variation (ECO B56).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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