Burcu Sasmazel vs Francois Van Niekerk
U16 Olympiad, 2008 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Closed (B25).
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Game details
- White
- Burcu Sasmazel (1837)
- Black
- Francois Van Niekerk
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- U16 Olympiad
- Year
- 2008
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Closed (B25)
About this chess game
This chess game between Burcu Sasmazel (1837) and Francois Van Niekerk was played at U16 Olympiad in 2008 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B25). 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 Burcu Sasmazel vs Francois Van Niekerk?
Burcu Sasmazel vs Francois Van Niekerk (2008) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Burcu Sasmazel vs Francois Van Niekerk?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B25).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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