Bert Van der Linden vs Volker Blecken

1999 · Result 0–1 · Catalan Opening: Closed, Zagoryansky Variation (E08).

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Bert Van der Linden22900

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Game details

White: Bert Van der Linden (2290)
Black: Volker Blecken (2232)
Result: 0–1
Year: 1999
Opening: Catalan Opening: Closed, Zagoryansky Variation (E08)

About this chess game

This chess game between Bert Van der Linden (2290) and Volker Blecken (2232) was played in 1999 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Closed, Zagoryansky Variation (E08). 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 Bert Van der Linden vs Volker Blecken?

Bert Van der Linden vs Volker Blecken (1999) finished 0–1, a win for Volker Blecken.

What opening was played in Bert Van der Linden vs Volker Blecken?

The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Closed, Zagoryansky Variation (ECO E08).

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