Aleksey Sorokin vs Maksim Chigaev

Russian Cup Final 2018, 2018 · Result 1–0 · King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Normal Defense (E81).

Maksim Chigaev26060

Aleksey Sorokin13671

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Game details

White: Aleksey Sorokin (1367)
Black: Maksim Chigaev (2606)
Result: 1–0
Event: Russian Cup Final 2018
Year: 2018
Opening: King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Normal Defense (E81)

About this chess game

This chess game between Aleksey Sorokin (1367) and Maksim Chigaev (2606) was played at Russian Cup Final 2018 in 2018 and finished 1–0. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Normal Defense (E81). 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 Aleksey Sorokin vs Maksim Chigaev?

Aleksey Sorokin vs Maksim Chigaev (2018) finished 1–0, a win for Aleksey Sorokin.

What opening was played in Aleksey Sorokin vs Maksim Chigaev?

The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Normal Defense (ECO E81).

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