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This chess game between Jan Smejkal (2525) and Gerlef Meins (2439) was played at Bundesliga 9899 in 1999 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Closed, Zagoryansky Variation (E08).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Jan Smejkal vs Gerlef Meins?
Jan Smejkal vs Gerlef Meins (1999) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Jan Smejkal vs Gerlef Meins?
The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Closed, Zagoryansky Variation (ECO E08).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Jan Smejkal vs Gerlef Meins, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.