Viswanathan Anand vs Ruslan Ponomariov
Sofia BUL, MTel Masters 05, date unknown · Result ½–½ · Petrov's Defense (C42).
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Game details
- White
- Viswanathan Anand (2786)
- Black
- Ruslan Ponomariov (2700)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Sofia BUL, MTel Masters 05
- Opening
- Petrov's Defense (C42)
About this chess game
This chess game between Viswanathan Anand (2786) and Ruslan Ponomariov (2700) was played at Sofia BUL, MTel Masters 05 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Petrov's Defense (C42). 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 Ruslan Ponomariov?
Viswanathan Anand vs Ruslan Ponomariov finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Viswanathan Anand vs Ruslan Ponomariov?
The game opened with the Petrov's Defense (ECO C42).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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