Alexander Shabalov vs Vladimir Akopian
Alexander Shabalov (59, GM, USA) and Vladimir Akopian (55, GM, USA) have met 5 times in classical OTB plus 2 rapid/blitz games. Akopian leads the classical series 3–1 (1 draw). With current classical ratings of 2421 and 2551, the Elo model gives Akopian a 52% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 2421 vs 2551 (Δ -130)
With Alexander Shabalov as white
25% Alexander24% draw52% Vladimir
With Vladimir Akopian as white
18% Alexander20% draw62% Vladimir
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Alexander Shabalov | Vladimir Akopian | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 2421-12 | 2551 |
| Peak rating | 2637 · Jul 2007 | 2713 · Jul 2006 |
| Peak age | 40 | 35 |
| World rank now | #1,346 | #304 |
| World rank peak | #60 | #11 |
| Federation rank now | #72 | #25 |
| Games (career, STD) | 1,754 | 716 |
| Months active | 217 | 216 |
| % white wins | 58% | 51% |
| % black wins | 50% | 35% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | 2404 | 2404 |
| Activity 12m (games) | 117 | 110 |
Best Win
Alexander Shabalov
Vladimir Akopian
Highest-rated opponent ever beaten · STD primary, rapid/blitz for context
All Meetings (7)
Common Opponents
Tournaments Both Played
Cohort Position
Each player compared to active peers (same federation, ±75 Elo, played in last 12 months).
Alexander Shabalov
Vladimir Akopian