Matthias Bluebaum vs Viswanathan Anand

GRENKE Chess Classic 2018, 2018 · Result 1–0 · Queen's Gambit Accepted: Normal Variation (D21).

Viswanathan Anand27760

Matthias Bluebaum26161

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Game details

White: Matthias Bluebaum (2616)
Black: Viswanathan Anand (2776)
Result: 1–0
Event: GRENKE Chess Classic 2018
Year: 2018
Opening: Queen's Gambit Accepted: Normal Variation (D21)

About this chess game

This chess game between Matthias Bluebaum (2616) and Viswanathan Anand (2776) was played at GRENKE Chess Classic 2018 in 2018 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Accepted: Normal Variation (D21). 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 Matthias Bluebaum vs Viswanathan Anand?

Matthias Bluebaum vs Viswanathan Anand (2018) finished 1–0, a win for Matthias Bluebaum.

What opening was played in Matthias Bluebaum vs Viswanathan Anand?

The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Accepted: Normal Variation (ECO D21).

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