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This chess game between Bert De Bruin (1921) and Paul Van der Kooij (2023) was played at Corr Netherlands in 1985 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Berlin Variation, Pirc Variation (E39).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Bert De Bruin vs Paul Van der Kooij?
Bert De Bruin vs Paul Van der Kooij (1985) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Bert De Bruin vs Paul Van der Kooij?
The game opened with the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Berlin Variation, Pirc Variation (ECO E39).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Bert De Bruin vs Paul Van der Kooij, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.