Game summary
Sevian, Samuel and Praggnanandhaa R drew in 18 moves in round 3 of Stepan Avagyan Mem 2025 in Jermuk, Armenia, on 31 May 2025. The opening was the Ruy Lopez (C78).
- White
- Sevian, Samuel
- Black
- Praggnanandhaa R
- Result
- Draw (½-½)
- Event
- Stepan Avagyan Mem 2025
- Place
- Jermuk, Armenia
- Date
- 31 May 2025 (2025.05.31)
- Round
- 3.3
- Opening
- Ruy Lopez (C78)
- Length
- 18 moves (36 plies)
All moves of Sevian, Samuel vs Praggnanandhaa, R (PGN move text)
1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5 a6 4.Ba4 Nf6 5.O-O b5 6.Bb3 Bc5 7.a4 Bb7 8.d3 O-O 9.Nc3 Na5 10.Ba2 b4 11.Ne2 d5 12.Nxe5 dxe4 13.d4 Ba7 14.Bg5 Qd6 15.Bf4 Qe7 16.Bg5 Qd6 17.Bf4 Qe7 18.Bg5 Qd6 1/2-1/2
About This Game
A brisk miniature in which Sevian, Samuel was paired against Praggnanandhaa, R at Stepan Avagyan Mem 2025 in Jermuk ARM in 2025. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Ruy Lopez (C78) — classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: quick development, central control, and king safety.
The game was a sharp, short fight of 18 moves. Decisive encounters like this one often hinge on a single tactical oversight or a well-prepared opening idea, making them excellent study material for spotting mistakes early.
Praggnanandhaa, R is one of the grandmasters featured in the RamaChess archive, where you can browse their complete game collection, favourite openings and notable wins. Studying many games by a single strong player is one of the fastest ways to understand practical chess decisions.
Games such as this one are useful at every level. Beginners can follow the opening principles, club players can study the middlegame plans, and stronger players can examine the finer endgame and decision-making points.
When the dust settled, the game was drawn between Sevian, Samuel and Praggnanandhaa, R. Replay the full game move by move above, analyse it with the engine to find the turning points, and use Practice mode to play out the critical positions yourself.
Frequently asked questions
Who played this game?
This game was played between Sevian, Samuel (White) and Praggnanandhaa, R (Black), at Stepan Avagyan Mem 2025 in 2025.
What opening was played?
The game used Ruy Lopez (ECO code C78). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Sevian, Samuel and Praggnanandhaa, R.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 18 moves (36 plies).
Can I replay this game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move, or open the analyser for engine evaluation and Practice mode to play the positions yourself.
Where can I find more games like this?
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