Vladimir Parshakov vs Taras Shovkan
Vladimir Parshakov (77, RUS) and Taras Shovkan (19, RUS) have met 5 times in classical OTB. Parshakov leads the classical series 3–1 (1 draw). With current classical ratings of 1875 and 1797, the Elo model gives Parshakov a 57% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 1875 vs 1797 (Δ +78)
With Vladimir Parshakov as white
57% Vladimir17% draw26% Taras
With Taras Shovkan as white
46% Vladimir20% draw34% Taras
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Vladimir Parshakov | Taras Shovkan | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 1875 | 1797 |
| Peak rating | 2146 · Jul 2004 | 1826 · Apr 2020 |
| Peak age | 55 | 13 |
| World rank now | #54,982 | #71,251 |
| World rank peak | #19,502 | #45,779 |
| Federation rank now | #2,114 | #2,255 |
| Games (career, STD) | 349 | 281 |
| Months active | 206 | 122 |
| % white wins | 47% | 48% |
| % black wins | 50% | 35% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | — | — |
| Activity 12m (games) | 0 | 0 |
Best Win
Vladimir Parshakov
Taras Shovkan
Highest-rated opponent ever beaten · STD primary, rapid/blitz for context
All Meetings (5)
Common Opponents
Tournaments Both Played
Cohort Position
Each player compared to active peers (same federation, ±75 Elo, played in last 12 months).
Vladimir Parshakov
Taras Shovkan