Alexander Kovchan vs Niels Willems

26. Trieste Open 2024, 2024 · Result 0–1 · Caro-Kann Defense (B12).

Niels Willems23841

Alexander Kovchan24550

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Game details

White: Alexander Kovchan (2455)
Black: Niels Willems (2384)
Result: 0–1
Event: 26. Trieste Open 2024
Year: 2024
Opening: Caro-Kann Defense (B12)

About this chess game

This chess game between Alexander Kovchan (2455) and Niels Willems (2384) was played at 26. Trieste Open 2024 in 2024 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Caro-Kann Defense (B12). 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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Who won Alexander Kovchan vs Niels Willems?

Alexander Kovchan vs Niels Willems (2024) finished 0–1, a win for Niels Willems.

What opening was played in Alexander Kovchan vs Niels Willems?

The game opened with the Caro-Kann Defense (ECO B12).

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