Magnus Carlsen vs Veselin Topalov
GCT Blitz YourNextMove, 2016 · Result 1–0 · Grünfeld Defense (D80).
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Game details
- White
- Magnus Carlsen (2855)
- Black
- Veselin Topalov (2761)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- GCT Blitz YourNextMove
- Year
- 2016
- Opening
- Grünfeld Defense (D80)
About this chess game
This chess game between Magnus Carlsen (2855) and Veselin Topalov (2761) was played at GCT Blitz YourNextMove in 2016 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Grünfeld Defense (D80). 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 Veselin Topalov?
Magnus Carlsen vs Veselin Topalov (2016) finished 1–0, a win for Magnus Carlsen.
What opening was played in Magnus Carlsen vs Veselin Topalov?
The game opened with the Grünfeld Defense (ECO D80).
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 Veselin Topalov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.