Vladimir Zakhartsov vs Nikita Matinian

RUS Ch Rapid 2025, 2025 · Result 1–0 · Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Steinitz Deferred (C79).

Nikita Matinian24140

Vladimir Zakhartsov24611

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Game details

White: Vladimir Zakhartsov (2461)
Black: Nikita Matinian (2414)
Result: 1–0
Event: RUS Ch Rapid 2025
Year: 2025
Opening: Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Steinitz Deferred (C79)

About this chess game

This chess game between Vladimir Zakhartsov (2461) and Nikita Matinian (2414) was played at RUS Ch Rapid 2025 in 2025 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Steinitz Deferred (C79). 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 Vladimir Zakhartsov vs Nikita Matinian?

Vladimir Zakhartsov vs Nikita Matinian (2025) finished 1–0, a win for Vladimir Zakhartsov.

What opening was played in Vladimir Zakhartsov vs Nikita Matinian?

The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Steinitz Deferred (ECO C79).

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