Game 8 of 16
Vladimir Kramnik — Garry Kasparov
21 October 2000 · Nimzo-Indian Defence · 38 moves
White
Vladimir Kramnik
½
vs
Black
Garry Kasparov
½
Summary
Kramnik switches to 1.d4 and meets the Nimzo-Indian Defence. A long game with no real winning chances on either side — a draw.
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Garry Kasparov0/75
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Vladimir Kramnik
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Commentary
The leader tries the "classical" Nimzo-Indian to force Black to keep finding precise moves in a strategically tricky structure.
Kasparov equalises without trouble; the game simplifies into a drawn endgame.