Sergei Zhigalko vs Ian Nepomniachtchi
World Championship (rapid) 2015, 2015 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Chekhover Variation (B53).
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Game details
- White
- Sergei Zhigalko (2656)
- Black
- Ian Nepomniachtchi (2705)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- World Championship (rapid) 2015
- Year
- 2015
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Chekhover Variation (B53)
About this chess game
This chess game between Sergei Zhigalko (2656) and Ian Nepomniachtchi (2705) was played at World Championship (rapid) 2015 in 2015 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Chekhover Variation (B53). 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 Sergei Zhigalko vs Ian Nepomniachtchi?
Sergei Zhigalko vs Ian Nepomniachtchi (2015) finished 1–0, a win for Sergei Zhigalko.
What opening was played in Sergei Zhigalko vs Ian Nepomniachtchi?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Chekhover Variation (ECO B53).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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