Tikhon Popov vs Vladimir Zakhartsov

RUS Ch Rapid 2025, 2025 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45).

Vladimir Zakhartsov24611

Tikhon Popov23350

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Game details

White: Tikhon Popov (2335)
Black: Vladimir Zakhartsov (2461)
Result: 0–1
Event: RUS Ch Rapid 2025
Year: 2025
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45)

About this chess game

This chess game between Tikhon Popov (2335) and Vladimir Zakhartsov (2461) was played at RUS Ch Rapid 2025 in 2025 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45). 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 Tikhon Popov vs Vladimir Zakhartsov?

Tikhon Popov vs Vladimir Zakhartsov (2025) finished 0–1, a win for Vladimir Zakhartsov.

What opening was played in Tikhon Popov vs Vladimir Zakhartsov?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (ECO B45).

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