Konstantin Kazakov vs Denis Makhnev
Konstantin Kazakov (33, IM, KAZ) and Denis Makhnev (26, GM, KAZ) have met 24 times in classical OTB. Kazakov leads with 9 wins to 5, with 10 draws — a 42% draw rate. Their last meeting at TURAN BLITZ - 2026 drew. With current classical ratings of 2285 and 2558, the Elo model gives Makhnev a 72% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 2285 vs 2558 (Δ -273)
With Konstantin Kazakov as white
12% Konstantin16% draw72% Denis
With Denis Makhnev as white
8% Konstantin14% draw79% Denis
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Konstantin Kazakov | Denis Makhnev | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 2285 | 2558 |
| Peak rating | 2410 · Mar 2018 | 2558 · Jan 2026 |
| Peak age | 25 | 26 |
| World rank now | #4,556 | #273 |
| World rank peak | #1,897 | #273 |
| Federation rank now | #53 | #1 |
| Games (career, STD) | 1,116 | 1,246 |
| Months active | 192 | 176 |
| % white wins | 60% | 60% |
| % black wins | 53% | 53% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | 2257 | 2556 |
| Activity 12m (games) | 269 | 233 |
Best Win
Konstantin Kazakov
Denis Makhnev
Highest-rated opponent ever beaten · STD primary, rapid/blitz for context
All Meetings (49)
Common Opponents
Tournaments Both Played
Cohort Position
Each player compared to active peers (same federation, ±75 Elo, played in last 12 months).
Konstantin Kazakov
Denis Makhnev