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This chess game between Kaloyan Popvasilev (2203) and Holger Kathage (1615) was played at 35. Kiel Open 2023 in 2023 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed, Fianchetto Variation (B24).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Kaloyan Popvasilev vs Holger Kathage?
Kaloyan Popvasilev vs Holger Kathage (2023) finished 1-0, a win for Kaloyan Popvasilev.
What opening was played in Kaloyan Popvasilev vs Holger Kathage?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed, Fianchetto Variation (ECO B24).
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