Arkadij Naiditsch vs Loek Van Wely
3. Annual Kuwait Rapid, 2025 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22).
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Game details
- White
- Arkadij Naiditsch (2629)
- Black
- Loek Van Wely (2609)
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- 3. Annual Kuwait Rapid
- Year
- 2025
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22)
About this chess game
This chess game between Arkadij Naiditsch (2629) and Loek Van Wely (2609) was played at 3. Annual Kuwait Rapid in 2025 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22). 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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Frequently asked questions
Who won Arkadij Naiditsch vs Loek Van Wely?
Arkadij Naiditsch vs Loek Van Wely (2025) finished 0–1, a win for Loek Van Wely.
What opening was played in Arkadij Naiditsch vs Loek Van Wely?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (ECO B22).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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