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This chess game between Markus Balduan (2227) and Rein Verstraeten (2342) was played at TCh-BEL 2025-26 in 2025 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Three Knights Variation (D37).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Markus Balduan vs Rein Verstraeten?
Markus Balduan vs Rein Verstraeten (2025) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Markus Balduan vs Rein Verstraeten?
The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Three Knights Variation (ECO D37).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Markus Balduan vs Rein Verstraeten, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.