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This chess game between Aleksi Astaptsev and Michaela Kessler (1898) was played at EUnion Ch U12 in 2005 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Pirc Defense: Classical Variation (B08).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Aleksi Astaptsev vs Michaela Kessler?
Aleksi Astaptsev vs Michaela Kessler (2005) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Aleksi Astaptsev vs Michaela Kessler?
The game opened with the Pirc Defense: Classical Variation (ECO B08).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Aleksi Astaptsev vs Michaela Kessler, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.