Fabiano Caruana vs Veselin Topalov

Champions Showdown Rapid, 2016 · Result 1–0 · Slav Defense: Quiet Variation, Schallopp Defense (D12).

Veselin Topalov27600

Fabiano Caruana28231

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Game details

White: Fabiano Caruana (2823)
Black: Veselin Topalov (2760)
Result: 1–0
Event: Champions Showdown Rapid
Year: 2016
Opening: Slav Defense: Quiet Variation, Schallopp Defense (D12)

About this chess game

This chess game between Fabiano Caruana (2823) and Veselin Topalov (2760) was played at Champions Showdown Rapid in 2016 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Slav Defense: Quiet Variation, Schallopp Defense (D12). 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 Fabiano Caruana vs Veselin Topalov?

Fabiano Caruana vs Veselin Topalov (2016) finished 1–0, a win for Fabiano Caruana.

What opening was played in Fabiano Caruana vs Veselin Topalov?

The game opened with the Slav Defense: Quiet Variation, Schallopp Defense (ECO D12).

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