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This chess game between Bakytzhan Maikenov (1929) and Sergey Tsapalin (1826) was played at Round 7: Maikenov, Bakytzhan - Tsapalin, Sergey in 2026 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Open Defense (E04).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Bakytzhan Maikenov vs Sergey Tsapalin?
Bakytzhan Maikenov vs Sergey Tsapalin (2026) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Bakytzhan Maikenov vs Sergey Tsapalin?
The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Open Defense (ECO E04).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Bakytzhan Maikenov vs Sergey Tsapalin, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.