Magnus Carlsen vs Etienne Bacrot
Biel Exhibition Blitz, 2012 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation (B31).
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Game details
- White
- Magnus Carlsen (2843)
- Black
- Etienne Bacrot (2705)
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- Biel Exhibition Blitz
- Year
- 2012
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation (B31)
About this chess game
This chess game between Magnus Carlsen (2843) and Etienne Bacrot (2705) was played at Biel Exhibition Blitz in 2012 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation (B31). 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 Magnus Carlsen vs Etienne Bacrot?
Magnus Carlsen vs Etienne Bacrot (2012) finished 0–1, a win for Etienne Bacrot.
What opening was played in Magnus Carlsen vs Etienne Bacrot?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation (ECO B31).
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