Alexey O. Zakharov vs Boris Grachev

TCh-RUS Premier 2025, 2025 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (B30).

Boris Grachev2585½

Alexey O. Zakharov2166½

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Game details

White: Alexey O. Zakharov (2166)
Black: Boris Grachev (2585)
Result: ½–½
Event: TCh-RUS Premier 2025
Year: 2025
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (B30)

About this chess game

This chess game between Alexey O. Zakharov (2166) and Boris Grachev (2585) was played at TCh-RUS Premier 2025 in 2025 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (B30). 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 Alexey O. Zakharov vs Boris Grachev?

Alexey O. Zakharov vs Boris Grachev (2025) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Alexey O. Zakharov vs Boris Grachev?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (ECO B30).

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