Rafael A Vaganian vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave

24. ECC, 2008 · Result ½–½ · King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation (E92).

Maxime Vachier-Lagrave2716½

Rafael A Vaganian2590½

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Game details

White: Rafael A Vaganian (2590)
Black: Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (2716)
Result: ½–½
Event: 24. ECC
Year: 2008
Opening: King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation (E92)

About this chess game

This chess game between Rafael A Vaganian (2590) and Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (2716) was played at 24. ECC in 2008 and finished ½–½. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation (E92). 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 Rafael A Vaganian vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave?

Rafael A Vaganian vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (2008) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Rafael A Vaganian vs Maxime Vachier-Lagrave?

The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation (ECO E92).

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