Valery Salov vs Loek Van Wely
Hoogovens Blitz, 1998 · Result ½–½ · Catalan Opening: Open Defense (E04).
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Game details
- White
- Valery Salov (2680)
- Black
- Loek Van Wely (2615)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Hoogovens Blitz
- Year
- 1998
- Opening
- Catalan Opening: Open Defense (E04)
About this chess game
This chess game between Valery Salov (2680) and Loek Van Wely (2615) was played at Hoogovens Blitz in 1998 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Open Defense (E04). 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 Valery Salov vs Loek Van Wely?
Valery Salov vs Loek Van Wely (1998) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Valery Salov vs Loek Van Wely?
The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Open Defense (ECO E04).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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