Sergey Karjakin vs Alexander Riazantsev

World Blitz 2021, 2021 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation, Main Line (B52).

Alexander Riazantsev2634½

Sergey Karjakin2743½

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Game details

White: Sergey Karjakin (2743)
Black: Alexander Riazantsev (2634)
Result: ½–½
Event: World Blitz 2021
Year: 2021
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation, Main Line (B52)

About this chess game

This chess game between Sergey Karjakin (2743) and Alexander Riazantsev (2634) was played at World Blitz 2021 in 2021 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation, Main Line (B52). 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 Sergey Karjakin vs Alexander Riazantsev?

Sergey Karjakin vs Alexander Riazantsev (2021) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Sergey Karjakin vs Alexander Riazantsev?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation, Main Line (ECO B52).

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