Maksim Popov vs Evgeny Alekseev

TCh-RUS Blitz 2025, 2025 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23).

Evgeny Alekseev25081

Maksim Popov23160

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Game details

White: Maksim Popov (2316)
Black: Evgeny Alekseev (2508)
Result: 0–1
Event: TCh-RUS Blitz 2025
Year: 2025
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23)

About this chess game

This chess game between Maksim Popov (2316) and Evgeny Alekseev (2508) was played at TCh-RUS Blitz 2025 in 2025 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23). 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 Maksim Popov vs Evgeny Alekseev?

Maksim Popov vs Evgeny Alekseev (2025) finished 0–1, a win for Evgeny Alekseev.

What opening was played in Maksim Popov vs Evgeny Alekseev?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B23).

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