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This chess game between Paul Van der Aalst and Michael Van Aken was played at NED in 1996 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Accepted (D20).
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 Paul Van der Aalst vs Michael Van Aken?
Paul Van der Aalst vs Michael Van Aken (1996) finished 1-0, a win for Paul Van der Aalst.
What opening was played in Paul Van der Aalst vs Michael Van Aken?
The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Accepted (ECO D20).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Paul Van der Aalst vs Michael Van Aken, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.