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This chess game between John Riksten (1998) and Stief Gijsen (2203) was played at It Open in 2015 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Original Defense (D78).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won John Riksten vs Stief Gijsen?
John Riksten vs Stief Gijsen (2015) finished 1-0, a win for John Riksten.
What opening was played in John Riksten vs Stief Gijsen?
The game opened with the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Original Defense (ECO D78).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of John Riksten vs Stief Gijsen, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.