Valerij Popov vs Viswanathan Anand

World Blitz 2018, 2018 · Result 0–1 · English Opening: King's English Variation (A20).

Viswanathan Anand27731

Valerij Popov25320

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Game details

White: Valerij Popov (2532)
Black: Viswanathan Anand (2773)
Result: 0–1
Event: World Blitz 2018
Year: 2018
Opening: English Opening: King's English Variation (A20)

About this chess game

This chess game between Valerij Popov (2532) and Viswanathan Anand (2773) was played at World Blitz 2018 in 2018 and finished 0–1. The opening was the English Opening: King's English Variation (A20). 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 Valerij Popov vs Viswanathan Anand?

Valerij Popov vs Viswanathan Anand (2018) finished 0–1, a win for Viswanathan Anand.

What opening was played in Valerij Popov vs Viswanathan Anand?

The game opened with the English Opening: King's English Variation (ECO A20).

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