Game 13 of 16
Garry Kasparov — Vladimir Kramnik
29 October 2000 · Ruy Lopez, Berlin Defence · 14 moves
White
Garry Kasparov
½
vs
Black
Vladimir Kramnik
½
Summary
Kasparov’s last attempt with White. He returns to 1.e4 — and the Berlin again. The game ends in a quick 14-move draw: Kramnik is one point away from the title.
Board
Vladimir Kramnik0/27
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Garry Kasparov
Starting position
Moves
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Commentary
Kasparov was likely hoping for a psychological chance, but Kramnik gave him no hint of an initiative.
After 14 moves — draw by repetition. The score is 7½ — 5½.