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Peter Svidler vs Magnus Carlsen

Grenke Chess Classic 2019

Magnus Carlsen has been in stunning form in 2019. His victory in the Grenke Chess Classic raised his rating to 2875, higher than any other player in history, and only a few points off his peak from several years ago.

1.e4 c5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Nc3

Carlsen’s opponents have, inexplicably, continued to test his preparation in the lines discussed in the last World Championship match ...