Vitaly Sivuk vs Xeniya Balabayeva
Budapest 1 Week Jan GMA, 2026 · Result ½–½ · Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense (C65).
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Game details
- White
- Vitaly Sivuk (2513)
- Black
- Xeniya Balabayeva (2371)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Budapest 1 Week Jan GMA
- Year
- 2026
- Opening
- Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense (C65)
About this chess game
This chess game between Vitaly Sivuk (2513) and Xeniya Balabayeva (2371) was played at Budapest 1 Week Jan GMA in 2026 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense (C65). 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 Vitaly Sivuk vs Xeniya Balabayeva?
Vitaly Sivuk vs Xeniya Balabayeva (2026) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Vitaly Sivuk vs Xeniya Balabayeva?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense (ECO C65).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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