This chess game between Calvin John Klaasen (2190) and Michael Simpson (2161) was played at SA Adult Closed 2026 | Open in 2026 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Three Knights Variation (D37).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Calvin John Klaasen vs Michael Simpson?
Calvin John Klaasen vs Michael Simpson (2026) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Calvin John Klaasen vs Michael Simpson?
The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Three Knights Variation (ECO D37).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Calvin John Klaasen vs Michael Simpson, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.