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This chess game between Sebastian Kesten (1999) and Christoph Nikol (1572) was played at GER Team Ch Lands U20 in 2004 and finished 1-0. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Standard Development (E73).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Sebastian Kesten vs Christoph Nikol?
Sebastian Kesten vs Christoph Nikol (2004) finished 1-0, a win for Sebastian Kesten.
What opening was played in Sebastian Kesten vs Christoph Nikol?
The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Standard Development (ECO E73).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Sebastian Kesten vs Christoph Nikol, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.