Ivanchuk,V (2750) - Topalov,V (2783) [b90]

XXIV SuperGM Morelia/Linares MEX/ESP (2), 18.02.2007

Maybe he's like Tahl, who rarely had a good tournament start, but watch what happened when Topalov (black) had to make his 40th move before the time control:

40...Qf7?? 41.Qxc4! 1-0

Admitedly, Ivanchuk was a Pawn up already and enjoyed a comfortable advantage.

Another thing Topalov has in common with Tahl is that he usually wins the tournaments he takes part in, regardless of the bad start.