Boris Gelfand vs Magnus Carlsen
20. Amber Tournament (Rapid), 2011 · Result 0–1 · Benko Gambit (A59).
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Game details
- White
- Boris Gelfand (2733)
- Black
- Magnus Carlsen (2815)
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- 20. Amber Tournament (Rapid)
- Year
- 2011
- Opening
- Benko Gambit (A59)
About this chess game
This chess game between Boris Gelfand (2733) and Magnus Carlsen (2815) was played at 20. Amber Tournament (Rapid) in 2011 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Benko Gambit (A59). 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 Boris Gelfand vs Magnus Carlsen?
Boris Gelfand vs Magnus Carlsen (2011) finished 0–1, a win for Magnus Carlsen.
What opening was played in Boris Gelfand vs Magnus Carlsen?
The game opened with the Benko Gambit (ECO A59).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Boris Gelfand vs Magnus Carlsen, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.