Alexey Sarana vs Maksim Tsaruk

1. 3-0 Thu 12. Feb 2026, 2026 · Result 1–0 · Nimzo-Indian Defense: St. Petersburg Variation, Fischer Variation (E45).

Maksim Tsaruk25150

Alexey Sarana26861

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Game details

White: Alexey Sarana (2686)
Black: Maksim Tsaruk (2515)
Result: 1–0
Event: 1. 3-0 Thu 12. Feb 2026
Year: 2026
Opening: Nimzo-Indian Defense: St. Petersburg Variation, Fischer Variation (E45)

About this chess game

This chess game between Alexey Sarana (2686) and Maksim Tsaruk (2515) was played at 1. 3-0 Thu 12. Feb 2026 in 2026 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Nimzo-Indian Defense: St. Petersburg Variation, Fischer Variation (E45). 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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Who won Alexey Sarana vs Maksim Tsaruk?

Alexey Sarana vs Maksim Tsaruk (2026) finished 1–0, a win for Alexey Sarana.

What opening was played in Alexey Sarana vs Maksim Tsaruk?

The game opened with the Nimzo-Indian Defense: St. Petersburg Variation, Fischer Variation (ECO E45).

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