Elmir Safarli vs Alexandra Kosteniuk

Grand Prix PlusCity Rapid, 2025 · Result 1–0 · Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Anderssen Variation (C77).

Alexandra Kosteniuk24790

Elmir Safarli15161

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Game details

White: Elmir Safarli (1516)
Black: Alexandra Kosteniuk (2479)
Result: 1–0
Event: Grand Prix PlusCity Rapid
Year: 2025
Opening: Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Anderssen Variation (C77)

About this chess game

This chess game between Elmir Safarli (1516) and Alexandra Kosteniuk (2479) was played at Grand Prix PlusCity Rapid in 2025 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Anderssen Variation (C77). 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 Elmir Safarli vs Alexandra Kosteniuk?

Elmir Safarli vs Alexandra Kosteniuk (2025) finished 1–0, a win for Elmir Safarli.

What opening was played in Elmir Safarli vs Alexandra Kosteniuk?

The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Anderssen Variation (ECO C77).

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