Raphael Kracht vs Valeriy Grinev
Grenke Chess Festival 2026 | Grenke Open A, 2026 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22).
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Game details
- White
- Raphael Kracht (2185)
- Black
- Valeriy Grinev (2414)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Grenke Chess Festival 2026 | Grenke Open A
- Year
- 2026
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22)
About this chess game
This chess game between Raphael Kracht (2185) and Valeriy Grinev (2414) was played at Grenke Chess Festival 2026 | Grenke Open A in 2026 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22). 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 Raphael Kracht vs Valeriy Grinev?
Raphael Kracht vs Valeriy Grinev (2026) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Raphael Kracht vs Valeriy Grinev?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (ECO B22).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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