Ruslan Ponomariov vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave

SportAccord Blitz 2014, 2014 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90).

Maxime Vachier-Lagrave2758½

Ruslan Ponomariov2713½

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Game details

White: Ruslan Ponomariov (2713)
Black: Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (2758)
Result: ½–½
Event: SportAccord Blitz 2014
Year: 2014
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90)

About this chess game

This chess game between Ruslan Ponomariov (2713) and Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (2758) was played at SportAccord Blitz 2014 in 2014 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90). 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 Maxime Vachier-Lagrave?

Ruslan Ponomariov vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (2014) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Ruslan Ponomariov vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (ECO B90).

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