David Navara vs Viswanathan Anand

7. Gashimov Mem Rapid, 2021 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47).

Viswanathan Anand2751½

David Navara2697½

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Game details

White: David Navara (2697)
Black: Viswanathan Anand (2751)
Result: ½–½
Event: 7. Gashimov Mem Rapid
Year: 2021
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47)

About this chess game

This chess game between David Navara (2697) and Viswanathan Anand (2751) was played at 7. Gashimov Mem Rapid in 2021 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47). 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 David Navara vs Viswanathan Anand?

David Navara vs Viswanathan Anand (2021) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in David Navara vs Viswanathan Anand?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (ECO B47).

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