Dirk Paulsen vs Elena Virnik
Berlin Ch, 1997 · Result 1–0 · Benko Gambit (A57).
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Game details
- White
- Dirk Paulsen (2365)
- Black
- Elena Virnik (2175)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- Berlin Ch
- Year
- 1997
- Opening
- Benko Gambit (A57)
About this chess game
This chess game between Dirk Paulsen (2365) and Elena Virnik (2175) was played at Berlin Ch in 1997 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Benko Gambit (A57). 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 Dirk Paulsen vs Elena Virnik?
Dirk Paulsen vs Elena Virnik (1997) finished 1–0, a win for Dirk Paulsen.
What opening was played in Dirk Paulsen vs Elena Virnik?
The game opened with the Benko Gambit (ECO A57).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Dirk Paulsen vs Elena Virnik, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.