Alexander Riazantsev vs Denis Makhnev

World Blitz 2023, 2023 · Result 0–1 · Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (D31).

Denis Makhnev24861

Alexander Riazantsev26160

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Game details

White: Alexander Riazantsev (2616)
Black: Denis Makhnev (2486)
Result: 0–1
Event: World Blitz 2023
Year: 2023
Opening: Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (D31)

About this chess game

This chess game between Alexander Riazantsev (2616) and Denis Makhnev (2486) was played at World Blitz 2023 in 2023 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (D31). 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 Alexander Riazantsev vs Denis Makhnev?

Alexander Riazantsev vs Denis Makhnev (2023) finished 0–1, a win for Denis Makhnev.

What opening was played in Alexander Riazantsev vs Denis Makhnev?

The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (ECO D31).

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