Sergei Zhigalko vs Alexander Rustemov
3. 3-0 Thu 5. Feb 2026, 2026 · Result 0–1 · French Defense: Advance Variation (C02).
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Game details
- White
- Sergei Zhigalko (2572)
- Black
- Alexander Rustemov (2525)
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- 3. 3-0 Thu 5. Feb 2026
- Year
- 2026
- Opening
- French Defense: Advance Variation (C02)
About this chess game
This chess game between Sergei Zhigalko (2572) and Alexander Rustemov (2525) was played at 3. 3-0 Thu 5. Feb 2026 in 2026 and finished 0–1. The opening was the French Defense: Advance Variation (C02). 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 Alexander Rustemov?
Sergei Zhigalko vs Alexander Rustemov (2026) finished 0–1, a win for Alexander Rustemov.
What opening was played in Sergei Zhigalko vs Alexander Rustemov?
The game opened with the French Defense: Advance Variation (ECO C02).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Sergei Zhigalko vs Alexander Rustemov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.