Martin Petrov vs Tagir Taalaibekov

World Junior Open 2017, 2017 · Result 1–0 · English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (A25).

Tagir Taalaibekov22190

Martin Petrov24311

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Game details

White: Martin Petrov (2431)
Black: Tagir Taalaibekov (2219)
Result: 1–0
Event: World Junior Open 2017
Year: 2017
Opening: English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (A25)

About this chess game

This chess game between Martin Petrov (2431) and Tagir Taalaibekov (2219) was played at World Junior Open 2017 in 2017 and finished 1–0. The opening was the English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (A25). 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 Martin Petrov vs Tagir Taalaibekov?

Martin Petrov vs Tagir Taalaibekov (2017) finished 1–0, a win for Martin Petrov.

What opening was played in Martin Petrov vs Tagir Taalaibekov?

The game opened with the English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (ECO A25).

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