Valentin Buckels vs Witold Kowalski

Grenke Chess Festival 2026 | Grenke Open A, 2026 · Result 1–0 · Queen's Pawn Game: Zukertort Variation (D02).

Witold Kowalski21200

Valentin Buckels24341

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Game details

White: Valentin Buckels (2434)
Black: Witold Kowalski (2120)
Result: 1–0
Event: Grenke Chess Festival 2026 | Grenke Open A
Year: 2026
Opening: Queen's Pawn Game: Zukertort Variation (D02)

About this chess game

This chess game between Valentin Buckels (2434) and Witold Kowalski (2120) was played at Grenke Chess Festival 2026 | Grenke Open A in 2026 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Queen's Pawn Game: Zukertort Variation (D02). 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 Valentin Buckels vs Witold Kowalski?

Valentin Buckels vs Witold Kowalski (2026) finished 1–0, a win for Valentin Buckels.

What opening was played in Valentin Buckels vs Witold Kowalski?

The game opened with the Queen's Pawn Game: Zukertort Variation (ECO D02).

Can I replay this chess game move by move?

Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Valentin Buckels vs Witold Kowalski, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.