Peter Svidler vs Andrei Volokitin
GM Peter Svidler (2682) · GM Andrei Volokitin (2617)
Peter Svidler and Andrei Volokitin have played 11 recorded games against each other, the first in Jan 2003 and the most recent in Feb 2025. Svidler leads 8 wins to 0, with 3 draws (73% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Sicilian (2 games). The average game between them lasted 34 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Svidler | Draws | Volokitin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Svidler with White | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Volokitin with White | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Svidler | Draws | Volokitin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classical | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Blitz | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Rapid | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Svidler | Draws | Volokitin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B46 | Sicilian | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| B43 | Sicilian | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| B54 | Sicilian | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| B81 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| C84 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| C89 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| A05 | English Opening: Slav Setup | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| C95 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2025 | Peter Svidler | Andrei Volokitin | 1-0 | English Opening: Slav Setup | Chessable Masters Play-In |
| Dec 2017 | Andrei Volokitin | Peter Svidler | 0-1 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | Wch Rapid |
| Jun 2016 | Andrei Volokitin | Peter Svidler | 0-1 | Sicilian | Eurasia Blitz Chess Cup |
| Jun 2014 | Andrei Volokitin | Peter Svidler | 0-1 | Modern Defense | 8th Wch Blitz |
| Jun 2014 | Peter Svidler | Andrei Volokitin | 1-0 | Sicilian: Najdorf | Wch Rapid |
| Jun 2008 | Andrei Volokitin | Peter Svidler | 1/2-1/2 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | Foros Aerosvit 3rd |
| Mar 2008 | Andrei Volokitin | Peter Svidler | 0-1 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | Bundesliga 2007-08 |
| May 2006 | Peter Svidler | Andrei Volokitin | 1-0 | Sicilian | Olympiad-37 |
| Apr 2005 | Peter Svidler | Andrei Volokitin | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian | chT-RUS 12th |
| Mar 2005 | Andrei Volokitin | Peter Svidler | 0-1 | Sicilian | Bundesliga 2004-05 |
| Jan 2003 | Peter Svidler | Andrei Volokitin | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian | Bermuda-A |
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Browse the gamesFrequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head score between Peter Svidler and Andrei Volokitin?
In 11 recorded games, Peter Svidler has 8 wins, Andrei Volokitin has 0 wins, and they have drawn 3 times.
How many times have Peter Svidler and Andrei Volokitin played each other?
Our database records 11 games between them, from Jan 2003 to Feb 2025.
What openings do Peter Svidler and Andrei Volokitin play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Sicilian (2 games), followed by the Sicilian (2). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.