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This chess game between Nikolai Van Aepelen (1461) and Jan Helmchen was played at 44. Zurich Christmas in 2020 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Nimzo-Indian Defense: St. Petersburg Variation (E44).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Nikolai Van Aepelen vs Jan Helmchen?
Nikolai Van Aepelen vs Jan Helmchen (2020) finished 1-0, a win for Nikolai Van Aepelen.
What opening was played in Nikolai Van Aepelen vs Jan Helmchen?
The game opened with the Nimzo-Indian Defense: St. Petersburg Variation (ECO E44).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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