Veselin Topalov vs Boris Gelfand
World Rapid Final, 2012 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation (B51).
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Game details
- White
- Veselin Topalov (2751)
- Black
- Boris Gelfand (2736)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- World Rapid Final
- Year
- 2012
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation (B51)
About this chess game
This chess game between Veselin Topalov (2751) and Boris Gelfand (2736) was played at World Rapid Final in 2012 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation (B51). 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 Veselin Topalov vs Boris Gelfand?
Veselin Topalov vs Boris Gelfand (2012) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Veselin Topalov vs Boris Gelfand?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation (ECO B51).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Veselin Topalov vs Boris Gelfand, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.