Magnus Carlsen vs Xiangzhi Bu
World Rapid 2017, 2017 · Result 0–1 · English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (A25).
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Game details
- White
- Magnus Carlsen (2837)
- Black
- Xiangzhi Bu (2730)
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- World Rapid 2017
- Year
- 2017
- Opening
- English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (A25)
About this chess game
This chess game between Magnus Carlsen (2837) and Xiangzhi Bu (2730) was played at World Rapid 2017 in 2017 and finished 0–1. The opening was the English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (A25). 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 (2017) finished 0–1, a win for Xiangzhi Bu.
What opening was played in Magnus Carlsen vs Xiangzhi Bu?
The game opened with the English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (ECO A25).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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