Sergey E. Nikitin vs Rudik Makarian

Chigorin Memorial 2017, 2017 · Result ½–½ · French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Open System (C07).

Rudik Makarian2263½

Sergey E. Nikitin1923½

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Game details

White: Sergey E. Nikitin (1923)
Black: Rudik Makarian (2263)
Result: ½–½
Event: Chigorin Memorial 2017
Year: 2017
Opening: French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Open System (C07)

About this chess game

This chess game between Sergey E. Nikitin (1923) and Rudik Makarian (2263) was played at Chigorin Memorial 2017 in 2017 and finished ½–½. The opening was the French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Open System (C07). 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 E. Nikitin vs Rudik Makarian?

Sergey E. Nikitin vs Rudik Makarian (2017) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Sergey E. Nikitin vs Rudik Makarian?

The game opened with the French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Open System (ECO C07).

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