Viswanathan Anand vs Alexander Donchenko

World Rapid Team 2023, 2023 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Chekhover Variation (B53).

Alexander Donchenko26840

Viswanathan Anand27541

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Game details

White: Viswanathan Anand (2754)
Black: Alexander Donchenko (2684)
Result: 1–0
Event: World Rapid Team 2023
Year: 2023
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Chekhover Variation (B53)

About this chess game

This chess game between Viswanathan Anand (2754) and Alexander Donchenko (2684) was played at World Rapid Team 2023 in 2023 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Chekhover Variation (B53). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.

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Frequently asked questions

Who won Viswanathan Anand vs Alexander Donchenko?

Viswanathan Anand vs Alexander Donchenko (2023) finished 1–0, a win for Viswanathan Anand.

What opening was played in Viswanathan Anand vs Alexander Donchenko?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Chekhover Variation (ECO B53).

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