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This chess game between Zak van der Bank (2125) and Aleksander Kogan (2500) was played at Vlissingen Open in 1997 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Benko Gambit (A57).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Zak van der Bank vs Aleksander Kogan?
Zak van der Bank vs Aleksander Kogan (1997) finished 0-1, a win for Aleksander Kogan.
What opening was played in Zak van der Bank vs Aleksander Kogan?
The game opened with the Benko Gambit (ECO A57).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Zak van der Bank vs Aleksander Kogan, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.