Hikaru Nakamura vs Vladimir Zakhartsov
GM Hikaru Nakamura (2792) · GM Vladimir Zakhartsov (2432)
Hikaru Nakamura and Vladimir Zakhartsov have played 14 recorded games against each other, the first in Jun 2022 and the most recent in Jan 2025. Nakamura leads 12 wins to 0, with 2 draws (86% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Nimzovich-Larsen attack (3 games). The average game between them lasted 55 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Nakamura | Draws | Zakhartsov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nakamura with White | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| Zakhartsov with White | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Nakamura | Draws | Zakhartsov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blitz | 14 | 12 | 2 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Nakamura | Draws | Zakhartsov |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A01 | Nimzovich-Larsen attack | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| A06 | Réti Opening | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| A42 | Modern Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| A80 | Dutch Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| B06 | Modern Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| B11 | Caro-Kann: Two Knights Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| B22 | Sicilian: Alapin | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| C46 | Three Knights Opening | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2025 | Hikaru Nakamura | Vladimir Zakhartsov | 1-0 | Nimzovich-Larsen attack | Titled Tue Late |
| Dec 2024 | Hikaru Nakamura | Vladimir Zakhartsov | 1-0 | Nimzovich-Larsen attack | Titled Tue Early |
| Sep 2024 | Vladimir Zakhartsov | Hikaru Nakamura | 0-1 | Modern Defense | Titled Tue Early |
| Apr 2024 | Vladimir Zakhartsov | Hikaru Nakamura | 0-1 | St. George Defense | Titled Tue Early |
| Mar 2024 | Vladimir Zakhartsov | Hikaru Nakamura | 0-1 | Caro-Kann: Two Knights Variation | Titled Tue Late |
| Mar 2024 | Hikaru Nakamura | Vladimir Zakhartsov | 1-0 | Réti Opening | Titled Tue Early |
| Mar 2024 | Hikaru Nakamura | Vladimir Zakhartsov | 1-0 | Trompowsky Attack | Titled Tue Late |
| Jan 2024 | Hikaru Nakamura | Vladimir Zakhartsov | 1-0 | Nimzovich-Larsen attack | Titled Tue Late |
| Dec 2023 | Vladimir Zakhartsov | Hikaru Nakamura | 1/2-1/2 | Modern Defense | Titled Tue Early |
| Sep 2023 | Hikaru Nakamura | Vladimir Zakhartsov | 1-0 | Réti Opening | AI Cup Play In |
| May 2023 | Vladimir Zakhartsov | Hikaru Nakamura | 1/2-1/2 | Three Knights Opening | Titled Tue Late |
| May 2023 | Hikaru Nakamura | Vladimir Zakhartsov | 1-0 | Sicilian: Alapin | Titled Tue Early |
| Jan 2023 | Hikaru Nakamura | Vladimir Zakhartsov | 1-0 | Indian Defense | Titled Tue Late |
| Jun 2022 | Vladimir Zakhartsov | Hikaru Nakamura | 0-1 | Dutch Defense | Titled Tue Late |
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What is the head-to-head score between Hikaru Nakamura and Vladimir Zakhartsov?
In 14 recorded games, Hikaru Nakamura has 12 wins, Vladimir Zakhartsov has 0 wins, and they have drawn 2 times.
How many times have Hikaru Nakamura and Vladimir Zakhartsov played each other?
Our database records 14 games between them, from Jun 2022 to Jan 2025.
What openings do Hikaru Nakamura and Vladimir Zakhartsov play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Nimzovich-Larsen attack (3 games), followed by the Réti Opening (2). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.