Boris Gelfand vs Peter Svidler

16. TCh-RUS Premier, 2009 · Result ½–½ · English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Knight Variation (A16).

Peter Svidler2726½

Boris Gelfand2733½

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Game details

White: Boris Gelfand (2733)
Black: Peter Svidler (2726)
Result: ½–½
Event: 16. TCh-RUS Premier
Year: 2009
Opening: English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Knight Variation (A16)

About this chess game

This chess game between Boris Gelfand (2733) and Peter Svidler (2726) was played at 16. TCh-RUS Premier in 2009 and finished ½–½. The opening was the English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Knight Variation (A16). 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 Peter Svidler?

Boris Gelfand vs Peter Svidler (2009) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Boris Gelfand vs Peter Svidler?

The game opened with the English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Knight Variation (ECO A16).

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