Magnus Carlsen vs Xiangzhi Bu
World Blitz 2016, 2016 · Result 1–0 · Petrov's Defense (C42).
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Game details
- White
- Magnus Carlsen (2840)
- Black
- Xiangzhi Bu (2705)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- World Blitz 2016
- Year
- 2016
- Opening
- Petrov's Defense (C42)
About this chess game
This chess game between Magnus Carlsen (2840) and Xiangzhi Bu (2705) was played at World Blitz 2016 in 2016 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Petrov's Defense (C42). 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 Xiangzhi Bu?
Magnus Carlsen vs Xiangzhi Bu (2016) finished 1–0, a win for Magnus Carlsen.
What opening was played in Magnus Carlsen vs Xiangzhi Bu?
The game opened with the Petrov's Defense (ECO C42).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Magnus Carlsen vs Xiangzhi Bu, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.