Jan Smejkal vs Ervin Novak
Harrachov U26, 1965 · Result 1–0 · Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense (C96).
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Game details
- White
- Jan Smejkal
- Black
- Ervin Novak
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- Harrachov U26
- Year
- 1965
- Opening
- Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense (C96)
About this chess game
This chess game between Jan Smejkal and Ervin Novak was played at Harrachov U26 in 1965 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense (C96). 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 Jan Smejkal vs Ervin Novak?
Jan Smejkal vs Ervin Novak (1965) finished 1–0, a win for Jan Smejkal.
What opening was played in Jan Smejkal vs Ervin Novak?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense (ECO C96).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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