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This chess game between Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (2734) and Magnus Carlsen (2840) was played at World Blitz 2025 in 2025 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: French Variation (B40).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Maxime Vachier-Lagrave vs Magnus Carlsen?
Maxime Vachier-Lagrave vs Magnus Carlsen (2025) finished 0-1, a win for Magnus Carlsen.
What opening was played in Maxime Vachier-Lagrave vs Magnus Carlsen?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: French Variation (ECO B40).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Maxime Vachier-Lagrave vs Magnus Carlsen, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.