Thorsten Schmitz vs Alexei Shirov
grenke Chess Open 2025, 2025 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: French Variation (B40).
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Game details
- White
- Thorsten Schmitz (2246)
- Black
- Alexei Shirov (2650)
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- grenke Chess Open 2025
- Year
- 2025
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: French Variation (B40)
About this chess game
This chess game between Thorsten Schmitz (2246) and Alexei Shirov (2650) was played at grenke Chess Open 2025 in 2025 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: French Variation (B40). 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 Thorsten Schmitz vs Alexei Shirov?
Thorsten Schmitz vs Alexei Shirov (2025) finished 0–1, a win for Alexei Shirov.
What opening was played in Thorsten Schmitz vs Alexei Shirov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: French Variation (ECO B40).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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