Levon Aronian vs Fabiano Caruana

GCT Blitz Paris 2016, 2016 · Result 1–0 · Pirc Defense: Classical Variation (B08).

Fabiano Caruana28040

Levon Aronian27921

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Game details

White: Levon Aronian (2792)
Black: Fabiano Caruana (2804)
Result: 1–0
Event: GCT Blitz Paris 2016
Year: 2016
Opening: Pirc Defense: Classical Variation (B08)

About this chess game

This chess game between Levon Aronian (2792) and Fabiano Caruana (2804) was played at GCT Blitz Paris 2016 in 2016 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Pirc Defense: Classical Variation (B08). 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 Levon Aronian vs Fabiano Caruana?

Levon Aronian vs Fabiano Caruana (2016) finished 1–0, a win for Levon Aronian.

What opening was played in Levon Aronian vs Fabiano Caruana?

The game opened with the Pirc Defense: Classical Variation (ECO B08).

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