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This chess game between Francis Rayner (1983) and Anuj Venkatesh (1825) was played at Hastings International Chess Congress 2025: Masters in 2025 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Semi-Slav Defense (D43).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Francis Rayner vs Anuj Venkatesh?
Francis Rayner vs Anuj Venkatesh (2025) finished 1-0, a win for Francis Rayner.
What opening was played in Francis Rayner vs Anuj Venkatesh?
The game opened with the Semi-Slav Defense (ECO D43).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Francis Rayner vs Anuj Venkatesh, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.