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This chess game between Viorel Popescu (1936) and Leif Hesselberg (1941) was played at EU/SC-OR 153 in 2016 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Schliemann Defense (C63).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Viorel Popescu vs Leif Hesselberg?
Viorel Popescu vs Leif Hesselberg (2016) finished 0-1, a win for Leif Hesselberg.
What opening was played in Viorel Popescu vs Leif Hesselberg?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Schliemann Defense (ECO C63).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Viorel Popescu vs Leif Hesselberg, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.