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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).
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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).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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