Sergei Zhigalko vs Alexei Shirov
4. Al Ain Chess Classic, 2015 · Result ½–½ · Petrov's Defense (C42).
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Game details
- White
- Sergei Zhigalko (2655)
- Black
- Alexei Shirov (2676)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- 4. Al Ain Chess Classic
- Year
- 2015
- Opening
- Petrov's Defense (C42)
About this chess game
This chess game between Sergei Zhigalko (2655) and Alexei Shirov (2676) was played at 4. Al Ain Chess Classic in 2015 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Petrov's Defense (C42). 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 Alexei Shirov?
Sergei Zhigalko vs Alexei Shirov (2015) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Sergei Zhigalko vs Alexei Shirov?
The game opened with the Petrov's Defense (ECO C42).
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 Alexei Shirov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.