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This chess game between Mikko Niemi (2239) and Ralf Erkelenz (2030) was played in 2015 and finished ½-½. The opening was the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Mecking Variation (A39).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Mikko Niemi vs Ralf Erkelenz?
Mikko Niemi vs Ralf Erkelenz (2015) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Mikko Niemi vs Ralf Erkelenz?
The game opened with the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Mecking Variation (ECO A39).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Mikko Niemi vs Ralf Erkelenz, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.