Viswanathan Anand vs Robert Hovhannisyan

World Blitz 2018, 2018 · Result 1–0 · Italian Game: Classical Variation (C54).

Robert Hovhannisyan26370

Viswanathan Anand27731

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Game details

White: Viswanathan Anand (2773)
Black: Robert Hovhannisyan (2637)
Result: 1–0
Event: World Blitz 2018
Year: 2018
Opening: Italian Game: Classical Variation (C54)

About this chess game

This chess game between Viswanathan Anand (2773) and Robert Hovhannisyan (2637) was played at World Blitz 2018 in 2018 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Italian Game: Classical Variation (C54). 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 Robert Hovhannisyan?

Viswanathan Anand vs Robert Hovhannisyan (2018) finished 1–0, a win for Viswanathan Anand.

What opening was played in Viswanathan Anand vs Robert Hovhannisyan?

The game opened with the Italian Game: Classical Variation (ECO C54).

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