Maksim Antipov vs Veselin Topalov

Gibraltar Masters 2020, 2020 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Accelerated Dragon (B54).

Veselin Topalov2738½

Maksim Antipov2562½

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Game details

White: Maksim Antipov (2562)
Black: Veselin Topalov (2738)
Result: ½–½
Event: Gibraltar Masters 2020
Year: 2020
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Accelerated Dragon (B54)

About this chess game

This chess game between Maksim Antipov (2562) and Veselin Topalov (2738) was played at Gibraltar Masters 2020 in 2020 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Accelerated Dragon (B54). 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 Maksim Antipov vs Veselin Topalov?

Maksim Antipov vs Veselin Topalov (2020) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Maksim Antipov vs Veselin Topalov?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Accelerated Dragon (ECO B54).

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