[1rudeboy]

Somewhat of a interesting opening for Carlsen. It might’ve thrown Anand off. If I was playing black, I’d have taken a draw, also.

[fhayek]

I think the opening was just fine. Both sides had things to think about. I would have been nice to see the ideas played out instead of the draw in 16 moves (by repetition, no less). Both players will be less tentative in the future games, I’m sure.

[Toddsterpatriot]

No kidding. A draw with black, against a guy rated 95 points higher. Anand is saving his energy.

[William Tell]

1rudeboy said: "If I was playing black, I’d have taken a draw, also."

At their level of play, a draw for black is well worth having and represents a lost opportunity to win for white. At my level, not so much.