Alexei Shirov vs David Astasio Lopez

TCh-ESP Rapid 2024, 2024 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45).

David Astasio Lopez23600

Alexei Shirov26651

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Game details

White: Alexei Shirov (2665)
Black: David Astasio Lopez (2360)
Result: 1–0
Event: TCh-ESP Rapid 2024
Year: 2024
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45)

About this chess game

This chess game between Alexei Shirov (2665) and David Astasio Lopez (2360) was played at TCh-ESP Rapid 2024 in 2024 and finished 1–0. 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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Who won Alexei Shirov vs David Astasio Lopez?

Alexei Shirov vs David Astasio Lopez (2024) finished 1–0, a win for Alexei Shirov.

What opening was played in Alexei Shirov vs David Astasio Lopez?

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

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