Alexandra Kosteniuk vs Maksim Chigaev

TCh-RUS Rapid 2016, 2016 · Result ½–½ · French Defense: Winawer Variation, Advance Variation (C16).

Maksim Chigaev2551½

Alexandra Kosteniuk2537½

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Game details

White: Alexandra Kosteniuk (2537)
Black: Maksim Chigaev (2551)
Result: ½–½
Event: TCh-RUS Rapid 2016
Year: 2016
Opening: French Defense: Winawer Variation, Advance Variation (C16)

About this chess game

This chess game between Alexandra Kosteniuk (2537) and Maksim Chigaev (2551) was played at TCh-RUS Rapid 2016 in 2016 and finished ½–½. The opening was the French Defense: Winawer Variation, Advance Variation (C16). 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 Alexandra Kosteniuk vs Maksim Chigaev?

Alexandra Kosteniuk vs Maksim Chigaev (2016) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Alexandra Kosteniuk vs Maksim Chigaev?

The game opened with the French Defense: Winawer Variation, Advance Variation (ECO C16).

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