12 June 2018

Peter Svidler and Yu Yangyi Play Match in Shenzhen

Russian leads after four rapid games.

Photo: Qipai.org.cn
Photo: Qipai.org.cn

A rapid and blitz match between the 8-time Russian champion Peter Svidler and the Chinese champion-2014 Yu Yangyi is taking place in Shenzhen on June 12th-14th. 

There will be 8 rapid games, which are worth two points for a win and 1 for a draw, and 10 blitz games with normal scoring. 

First four rapid games were played on June 12th. The host won the first game, then a draw was made, and finally Peter Svidler defeated his opponent in games 3 and 4. 

The score is 5-3 in favour of the Russian. 

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