Viswanathan Anand vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave

GCT Blitz Croatia 2021, 2021 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation (B70).

Maxime Vachier-Lagrave2749½

Viswanathan Anand2753½

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Game details

White: Viswanathan Anand (2753)
Black: Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (2749)
Result: ½–½
Event: GCT Blitz Croatia 2021
Year: 2021
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation (B70)

About this chess game

This chess game between Viswanathan Anand (2753) and Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (2749) was played at GCT Blitz Croatia 2021 in 2021 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation (B70). 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 Maxime Vachier-Lagrave?

Viswanathan Anand vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (2021) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Viswanathan Anand vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation (ECO B70).

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