Magnus Carlsen vs Pentala Harikrishna
4. Norway Blitz 2016, 2016 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation, English Attack (B48).
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Game details
- White
- Magnus Carlsen (2851)
- Black
- Pentala Harikrishna (2763)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- 4. Norway Blitz 2016
- Year
- 2016
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation, English Attack (B48)
About this chess game
This chess game between Magnus Carlsen (2851) and Pentala Harikrishna (2763) was played at 4. Norway Blitz 2016 in 2016 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation, English Attack (B48). 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 Pentala Harikrishna?
Magnus Carlsen vs Pentala Harikrishna (2016) finished 1–0, a win for Magnus Carlsen.
What opening was played in Magnus Carlsen vs Pentala Harikrishna?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation, English Attack (ECO B48).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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