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In which year did Boris Gelfand win the Candidates Tournament?

  • 2001

  • 2011

  • 1991

  • 1981

Answer

Boris Gelfand won the Candidates Tournament in 2011. This was a major achievement for Gelfand, as it meant that he had qualified to play in the World Chess Championship against Vishy Anand. Gelfand ultimately lost the championship to Anand, but his victory in the Candidates Tournament was a significant accomplishment.
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