Jan Smeets vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave

Tata Steel Chess, Group A, 2011 · Result 0–1 · Modern Defense (B06).

Maxime Vachier-Lagrave27151

Jan Smeets26620

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Game details

White: Jan Smeets (2662)
Black: Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (2715)
Result: 0–1
Event: Tata Steel Chess, Group A
Year: 2011
Opening: Modern Defense (B06)

About this chess game

This chess game between Jan Smeets (2662) and Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (2715) was played at Tata Steel Chess, Group A in 2011 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Modern Defense (B06). 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 Jan Smeets vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave?

Jan Smeets vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (2011) finished 0–1, a win for Maxime Vachier-Lagrave.

What opening was played in Jan Smeets vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave?

The game opened with the Modern Defense (ECO B06).

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