Anand-Topalov: tied after 10 rounds |
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| Friday, 07 May 2010 | ||||
 The Anand-Topalov is certainly one of the most exciting matches in chess history. No short draws, incredible tension every game and outstanding chess. In game 9 Anand tried the Nimzovitch defense and, after a very complicated game, reached an endgame where he had two rooks for Topalov's queen. Veselin tried to complicate things and confuse Vishy, but blundered and lost a knight. However, his witty play helped him create some counter-play. In order to stop Black's pawns, Vishy had to give up his knight and allow Topalov to draw with a perpetual. 83 moves, evals skipping from "won" to "draw" a few times - that chess struggle was a real thriller! In round 10 Topalov had to face the Gruenfeld by the World Champion. Eventually things led to a rather unpeculiar endgame where Veselin had the two bishop (vs bishop and knight) advantage. However, Vishy managed to equalize without investing too much effort into it, so the game ended in a draw. With only two rounds to go, the match is tied. Each of the contenders has one White and one Black shot. Who will win the duel? P.S. Many people seem confused about the format. In case of a tie the World Champion does NOT retain the title. A 4-game rapid tie-break takes place. 
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