Magnus Carlsen vs Boris Gelfand
World Blitz 2018, 2018 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation (B44).
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Game details
- White
- Magnus Carlsen (2835)
- Black
- Boris Gelfand (2673)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- World Blitz 2018
- Year
- 2018
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation (B44)
About this chess game
This chess game between Magnus Carlsen (2835) and Boris Gelfand (2673) was played at World Blitz 2018 in 2018 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation (B44). 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 Boris Gelfand?
Magnus Carlsen vs Boris Gelfand (2018) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Magnus Carlsen vs Boris Gelfand?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation (ECO B44).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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