Maxim Matlakov vs Rithvik R Raja

FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championships 2025 | Blitz Open 31+, 2025 · Result ½–½ · Catalan Opening: Open Defense (E04).

Rithvik R Raja2541½

Maxim Matlakov2606½

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Game details

White: Maxim Matlakov (2606)
Black: Rithvik R Raja (2541)
Result: ½–½
Event: FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championships 2025 | Blitz Open 31+
Year: 2025
Opening: Catalan Opening: Open Defense (E04)

About this chess game

This chess game between Maxim Matlakov (2606) and Rithvik R Raja (2541) was played at FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championships 2025 | Blitz Open 31+ in 2025 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Open Defense (E04). 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 Maxim Matlakov vs Rithvik R Raja?

Maxim Matlakov vs Rithvik R Raja (2025) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Maxim Matlakov vs Rithvik R Raja?

The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Open Defense (ECO E04).

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