Varghese David Aarav vs Petri Lehtivaara

Metz Open, 1998 · Result ½–½ · King's Gambit Accepted: King's Knight's Gambit (C34).

Petri Lehtivaara2370½

Varghese David Aarav2525½

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Game details

White: Varghese David Aarav (2525)
Black: Petri Lehtivaara (2370)
Result: ½–½
Event: Metz Open
Year: 1998
Opening: King's Gambit Accepted: King's Knight's Gambit (C34)

About this chess game

This chess game between Varghese David Aarav (2525) and Petri Lehtivaara (2370) was played at Metz Open in 1998 and finished ½–½. The opening was the King's Gambit Accepted: King's Knight's Gambit (C34). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.

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Frequently asked questions

Who won Varghese David Aarav vs Petri Lehtivaara?

Varghese David Aarav vs Petri Lehtivaara (1998) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Varghese David Aarav vs Petri Lehtivaara?

The game opened with the King's Gambit Accepted: King's Knight's Gambit (ECO C34).

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