Veselin Topalov vs Alexei Shirov
Salamanca Uni Masters, 2021 · Result ½–½ · Slav Defense: Quiet Variation, Schallopp Defense (D12).
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Game details
- White
- Veselin Topalov (2735)
- Black
- Alexei Shirov (2662)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Salamanca Uni Masters
- Year
- 2021
- Opening
- Slav Defense: Quiet Variation, Schallopp Defense (D12)
About this chess game
This chess game between Veselin Topalov (2735) and Alexei Shirov (2662) was played at Salamanca Uni Masters in 2021 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Slav Defense: Quiet Variation, Schallopp Defense (D12). 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 Alexei Shirov?
Veselin Topalov vs Alexei Shirov (2021) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Veselin Topalov vs Alexei Shirov?
The game opened with the Slav Defense: Quiet Variation, Schallopp Defense (ECO D12).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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