First lost to a World Champion: Khalifman

Despite being undefeated by ex-World Champions, Alexandr lost in the rapids to A. Khalifman - 14th World Champion (http://www.gmchess.com/)

He is now +65 -17 =22

Alexandr last for the first time in his life

Casino Barcelona 2009 a catastrophic result according to The Week in Chess.

http://www.chess.co.uk/twic/chessnews/events/casino-gm-in-barcelona-2009

For the fist time in his life he cannot win a game and stand last.

http://www.chess.co.uk/twic/chessnews/events/casino-gm-in-barcelona-2009

He is now +65 -17 =20