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This chess game between Philippe Kerkhof (2240) and Mike Van Den Abbeele (2079) was played at Belgian Interteams 1999-2000 in 1999 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Exchange Variation, Normal Variation (C69).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Philippe Kerkhof vs Mike Van Den Abbeele?
Philippe Kerkhof vs Mike Van Den Abbeele (1999) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Philippe Kerkhof vs Mike Van Den Abbeele?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Exchange Variation, Normal Variation (ECO C69).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Philippe Kerkhof vs Mike Van Den Abbeele, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.