Sam Baselmans vs Merijn Van Delft

Dutch Meesterklasse 2025-26, 2026 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Closed (B26).

Merijn Van Delft23471

Sam Baselmans22800

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Game details

White: Sam Baselmans (2280)
Black: Merijn Van Delft (2347)
Result: 0–1
Event: Dutch Meesterklasse 2025-26
Year: 2026
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Closed (B26)

About this chess game

This chess game between Sam Baselmans (2280) and Merijn Van Delft (2347) was played at Dutch Meesterklasse 2025-26 in 2026 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B26). 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 Sam Baselmans vs Merijn Van Delft?

Sam Baselmans vs Merijn Van Delft (2026) finished 0–1, a win for Merijn Van Delft.

What opening was played in Sam Baselmans vs Merijn Van Delft?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B26).

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