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This chess game between Merel Schoonman (1848) and Bastiaan Dekker was played at Hengelo U14 Open in 2001 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Italian Game: Two Knights Defense, Polerio Defense (C58).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Merel Schoonman vs Bastiaan Dekker?
Merel Schoonman vs Bastiaan Dekker (2001) finished 1-0, a win for Merel Schoonman.
What opening was played in Merel Schoonman vs Bastiaan Dekker?
The game opened with the Italian Game: Two Knights Defense, Polerio Defense (ECO C58).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Merel Schoonman vs Bastiaan Dekker, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.