Sergei Zhigalko vs Alexei Shirov
42. Olympiad 2016, 2016 · Result 1–0 · French Defense: Tarrasch Variation (C03).
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Game details
- White
- Sergei Zhigalko (2652)
- Black
- Alexei Shirov (2673)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- 42. Olympiad 2016
- Year
- 2016
- Opening
- French Defense: Tarrasch Variation (C03)
About this chess game
This chess game between Sergei Zhigalko (2652) and Alexei Shirov (2673) was played at 42. Olympiad 2016 in 2016 and finished 1–0. The opening was the French Defense: Tarrasch Variation (C03). 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 (2016) finished 1–0, a win for Sergei Zhigalko.
What opening was played in Sergei Zhigalko vs Alexei Shirov?
The game opened with the French Defense: Tarrasch Variation (ECO C03).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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