Maxime Vachier-Lagrave vs Matthias Bluebaum

TCh-FRA Top 12 2016, 2016 · Result 1–0 · French Defense: Classical Variation (C11).

Matthias Bluebaum26330

Maxime Vachier-Lagrave27891

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Game details

White: Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (2789)
Black: Matthias Bluebaum (2633)
Result: 1–0
Event: TCh-FRA Top 12 2016
Year: 2016
Opening: French Defense: Classical Variation (C11)

About this chess game

This chess game between Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (2789) and Matthias Bluebaum (2633) was played at TCh-FRA Top 12 2016 in 2016 and finished 1–0. The opening was the French Defense: Classical Variation (C11). 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 Maxime Vachier-Lagrave vs Matthias Bluebaum?

Maxime Vachier-Lagrave vs Matthias Bluebaum (2016) finished 1–0, a win for Maxime Vachier-Lagrave.

What opening was played in Maxime Vachier-Lagrave vs Matthias Bluebaum?

The game opened with the French Defense: Classical Variation (ECO C11).

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