Ruslan Ponomariov vs Veselin Topalov
Mtel Masters, 2006 · Result ½–½ · Semi-Slav Defense: Accelerated Meran Variation (D45).
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Game details
- White
- Ruslan Ponomariov (2738)
- Black
- Veselin Topalov (2804)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Mtel Masters
- Year
- 2006
- Opening
- Semi-Slav Defense: Accelerated Meran Variation (D45)
About this chess game
This chess game between Ruslan Ponomariov (2738) and Veselin Topalov (2804) was played at Mtel Masters in 2006 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Semi-Slav Defense: Accelerated Meran Variation (D45). 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 Ruslan Ponomariov vs Veselin Topalov?
Ruslan Ponomariov vs Veselin Topalov (2006) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Ruslan Ponomariov vs Veselin Topalov?
The game opened with the Semi-Slav Defense: Accelerated Meran Variation (ECO D45).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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