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Alekhine Mem.: Ponkratov snatches win at end

6/21/2014 – The Alekhine Memorial finished with a heavily bloodied battlefield since none of the players were able to stay clear ahead of the field for any length of time. Though Ponkratov and Artemiev were clear leaders after five rounds with 4.5/5, one round later they had been caught by two more, and after round seven the new leader was Fedorov. It ended in a photo finish.

Alekhine Mem.: Ponkratov and Artemiev dominate

6/17/2014 – In spite of a schedule that conflicted with the Russian Higher League, the 18th Alekhine Memorial, held in Voronezh, Russia, nevertheless has drawn 50 masters and grandmasters. The main event is the Master section, which has been dominated by Pavel Ponkratov and 16-year-old Vladislav Artemiev, both with 4.5/5 and performances over 2800, and there has been some great chess.

Alekhine R08: Vachier falls, Gelfand leads solo

4/30/2013 – Vitiugov held an advantage against Vachier, but it was mainly due to mistakes by the latter that the Russian broke through. Kramnik missed a win against Gelfand, who now leads by himself with one round to go. Fressinet sacrificed two pawns against Aronian but the game ended peacefully. The other games were uneventful draws. Games and pictures here.

Alekhine R06: Gelfand and Anand strike

4/29/2013 – Two important victories were seen today as Anand dispatched Fressinet in a very complex Scotch. Black's passive play ultimately cost him the full point. Gelfand outplayed Ding Liren and is now tied at the top of the standings. Svidler and Kramnik drew, while Adams didn't make the most of his position against Vachier. Aronian sacrificed yet again but could only draw. Full report.

Alekhine R06: Draws prevail in Saint Petersburg

4/28/2013 – The first round of the Alekhine Memorial in Saint Michael's Castle in Saint Petersburg saw solid fortresses, perpetuals and even a miracle escape. Aronian was too trigger happy and his piece sacrifice should have lost him the game, but a wonderful resource found in time trouble allowed him to draw. The rest of the players split the point without too many complications. Full report.

Alekhine R05: Vachier leads after Paris leg

4/25/2013 – Fressinet missed winning chances in two consecutive games, but this time he was relentless and finished off Kramnik in superb fashion. Anand showed attacking prowess and demolished Ding. Gelfand and Aronian drew while Adams and Vitiugov also split the point. Vachier seized his chance, beat Svidler with Black and takes his lead to Saint Petersburg. GM commentary inside.

Alekhine R04: Aronian joins the leaders

4/24/2013 – Tears were certainly shed as a couple of games saw very noticeable blunders. First Svidler missed a simple combination against Aronian that gave the Armenian a decisive advantage. Fressinet kept missing wins against Adams, and the Englishman was lucky enough to survive. The rest of the games were solid draws, although Vitiugov had winning chances against Gelfand. Games inside.

Alekhine Memorial Super-Tournament starts

4/20/2013 – Just to remind you: the opening ceremony of this event will be held tonight, with a concert by Russian pianist Nikolai Lugansky. The games start on Saturday April 21 and last until May 1st. The venue is the world-famous Louvre Museum in Paris. The participants: Anand, Kramnik, Aronian, Svidler, Gelfand, Vachier-Lagrave, Fressinet, Adams, Vitiugov and Ding Liren. We will be reporting on a daily basis.

Alekhine Memorial International Super-Tournament

3/25/2013 – This event, which will be held from April 20 to May 1st at the world-famous Louvre Museum in Paris. The participants: Anand, Kramnik, Aronian, Svidler, Gelfand, Vachier-Lagrave, Fressinet, Adams, Vitiugov and Ding Liren. The event will open with a concert by Russian pianist Nikolai Lugansky, who is a chess fan and a great admirer of Alexander Alekhine. A cultural treat.
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