Michal Novotny vs Alexander van der Merwe
35. Cracovia Open A, 2024 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23).
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Game details
- White
- Michal Novotny (1893)
- Black
- Alexander van der Merwe (2105)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- 35. Cracovia Open A
- Year
- 2024
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23)
About this chess game
This chess game between Michal Novotny (1893) and Alexander van der Merwe (2105) was played at 35. Cracovia Open A in 2024 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23). 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 Michal Novotny vs Alexander van der Merwe?
Michal Novotny vs Alexander van der Merwe (2024) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Michal Novotny vs Alexander van der Merwe?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B23).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Michal Novotny vs Alexander van der Merwe, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.