The apotheosis?

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The last game of the reunification match has just begun. The majority of the people in the audience will be pro-Kramnik. And yes, a Russian victory will be the best apotheosis. This will probably be the only way to finish all this drama. And a world championship shouldn't be decided by rapid play or blitz; that's simply a different game.

The game can be followed live over here.

This position was reached after the opening phase. For the third time Topalov chooses a set-up with a Stonewall structure. Will this guy ever stop provoking? ;)

Update 16.59 hrs: The very exciting last game has just ended in a draw. Both sides were attacking; Kramnik on the queenside and Topalov on the kingside. Kramnik seemed to make more progress but Topalov forced him to exchange more and more pieces. At the end the Bulgarian forced the draw with a petit combinaison.
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